Potted Beef Spread

A spreadable preserved beef product in jars, cooked with spices and gelatin for pate-like consistency. Classified under HTS 1602.90.91 as other prepared or preserved meat, distinct from liver or sausage preparations.

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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

1602.20.40Lower: 20.7% vs 23.9%

If explicitly a liver-based pate or paste

Liver preparations have dedicated subheadings separate from general preserved meats.

0710.80.70Higher: 46.3% vs 23.9%

If dehydrated or freeze-dried without preservation processing

Dried leguminous mixtures or meat analogs shift to vegetables chapter if non-meat dominant.

2008.99Lower: 16% vs 23.9%

If for fruit-based meat spreads with predominant fruit content

Material composition changes heading if fruits or nuts exceed meat.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include lab analysis confirming no prohibited additives; FSIS import permit often required for beef products

Label net weight and ingredients accurately to avoid detention for undeclared allergens like soy