Collagen Casing for Hot Dogs

Standard collagen casings for all-beef hot dogs, delivering classic snap texture. HTS 3917.10.60.00 for these edible protein artificial guts. Widely used in commercial wiener production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3917.10.10.00Higher: 41.5% vs 35%

If cellulose hot dog casings

Dedicated cellulosic subheading.

1601.00.20Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If factory-packed with frankfurters

Sausage products include integral casings.

3923.29.00.00Higher: 38% vs 35%

If polyethylene tubular film

Synthetic polymer tubes use different material headings.

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