What types of products can I classify under HS-6 021099?

HS-6 021099 covers a variety of salted, dried, or smoked meat products, including beef jerky, smoked turkey, and meat meals, as long as they are not from primates or certain marine mammals.

Are there any exclusions for HS-6 021099?

Yes, HS-6 021099 excludes meat from primates and marine mammals such as whales, dolphins, and seals. Ensure your products do not fall into these categories.

Can I use HS-6 021099 for cured meats?

Yes, cured meats like smoked pork or dried lamb can be classified under HS-6 021099, provided they meet the criteria of being salted, dried, or smoked.

What is the difference between HS-6 021099 and HS-6 0210XX?

HS-6 021099 is a broader category for various preserved meats, while HS-6 0210XX may refer to specific types like hams or bacons.

How should I package products classified under HS-6 021099?

Products should be packaged to ensure preservation, such as vacuum-sealed bags for dried meats or airtight containers for salted products.

What documentation do I need for HS-6 021099 imports?

Documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary health certifications, especially for food products.

Is there a specific labeling requirement for HS-6 021099 products?

Yes, products should be labeled accurately, indicating the type of meat and preservation method, along with compliance with local food safety regulations.

HS-6 021099: Meat and edible meat offal; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, and edible flours and meals of meat or meat offal, other than of primates, whales, dolphins, porpoises, manatees, dugongs, seals, sea lions, walruses, reptiles (including snakes and turtles)

Plain-language overview

Use HS-6 021099 when importing or exporting salted, dried, or smoked meat products, excluding those from primates and marine mammals. For instance, this code applies to shipments of dried beef jerky or smoked pork products.

This code is part of the broader category of meat and edible meat offal, specifically focusing on products that are preserved through salting, drying, or smoking. It's important to distinguish it from HS-6 0210XX, which covers specific types of salted or dried meat, like hams or bacons.

When considering HS-6 021099, remember it includes a variety of preserved meats not derived from primates or certain marine animals. This sets it apart from HS-6 0210XX, which may include more specialized meat products.

If you're dealing with edible flours or meals made from meat or meat offal, this code also applies, as long as they do not originate from the excluded animal categories. This could include products like meat meal used in animal feed.

Keywords & topics

Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-6 subheading.

salted meat products · dried beef jerky · smoked pork · meat meal · preserved meats · edible flours of meat · non-primate meat · animal feed ingredients · cured meats · smoked meats · dried lamb · specialty food imports · bulk meat shipments · charcuterie products

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Dried beef jerky packaged in vacuum-sealed bags
Smoked turkey legs sold in bulk for food service
Salted pork belly intended for charcuterie boards
Meat meal made from beef for use in pet food
Dried fish products that do not fall under marine mammals
Cured and dried lamb slices for specialty markets
Smoked duck breast sold as gourmet food items
Salted goat meat for traditional dishes