Beef Liver Returned After Export for Cleaning
Fresh beef liver exported from U.S. for membrane removal and washing abroad, returned chilled. HTS 9801.00.10.15 applies to Chapter 2 offal returned within 3 years after simple cleaning operations. Remains raw edible liver product.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If standard beef liver
Edible beef offal if cleaning deemed manufacturing process.
If non-specific meat returns
General meat returns when specific subheading documentation unavailable.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document cleaning process excludes chemicals; provide weight certificates pre/post-cleaning; FSIS coordination required
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