BBQ Rib Sauce

Tomato-based smoky sauce with molasses, vinegar, and spices for meats. General 'other' sauce in HTS 2103.90.90, no specific BBQ subheading.

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.

2103.90.74Higher: 25% vs 23.9%

If as mixed seasoning

Dry rubs as seasonings; liquid BBQ is sauce.

2007.10.00Higher: 47% vs 23.9%

If pure tomato ketchup

Ketchup specific; added smoke/spices broaden to other.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare caramel color if used; natural vs artificial

• pH testing for shelf stability

• Avoid meat glaze labeling to stay non-Chapter 16