Canned Spam Alternative from China
Canned pork shoulder with ham is a preserved meat product similar to classic Spam, cooked and sealed in cans. Under HTS 1602.90.91.60 as other canned meat preparations excluding named varieties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use HTSUS advisory rulings for complex meat blends to confirm classification
• Ensure phosphate levels comply with FDA limits for canned meats
• Package in child-resistant cans if targeting US retail to meet safety regs