Beef Liver Returned After Export for Cleaning from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document cleaning process excludes chemicals; provide weight certificates pre/post-cleaning; FSIS coordination required