Preserved Alligator Tenderloin

Cooked alligator loin strips in pouches, shelf-stable, classified HTS 1602.90.91.80 as other meat. Reptilian game meats fit this residual.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+17.5%23.9%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇩🇪Germany6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇯🇵Japan6.4%+10.0%16.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0208.90Lower: 16.4% vs 23.9%

If fresh frozen reptile meat

Unprepared reptile meat Chapter 2.

1604.19Lower: 16% vs 23.9%

If tuna-like prep

Rare, but seafood-style could shift.

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Import Tips & Compliance

USFWS permit for alligator; farm-raised certs preferred

Seafood-like handling under HACCP

Misdeclare as 'fish' pitfalls Chapter 3