HS Heading 1602 : Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 1602 encompasses other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects. It classifies 10 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 16 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 1602
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1602.10 | Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects, Homogenized preparations | 16 | View 1602.10 Package → |
| 1602.20 | Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects, Of liver of any animal | 16 | View 1602.20 Package → |
| 1602.31 | Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects, Of poultry of heading 0105, Of turkeys | 16 | View 1602.31 Package → |
| 1602.32 | Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects, Of poultry of heading 0105, Of chickens | 16 | View 1602.32 Package → |
| 1602.39 | Of poultry of heading 0105, Other | 16 | View 1602.39 Package → |
| 1602.41 | Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects, Of swine, Hams and cuts thereof | 16 | View 1602.41 Package → |
| 1602.42 | Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects, Of swine, Shoulders and cuts thereof | 16 | View 1602.42 Package → |
| 1602.49 | Of swine, Other, including mixtures | 16 | View 1602.49 Package → |
| 1602.50 | Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects, Of bovine animals | 16 | View 1602.50 Package → |
| 1602.90 | Other, including preparations of blood of any animal | 16 | View 1602.90 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 1602
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 1602 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 1602 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 1602 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 1602?
HS Heading 1602 covers Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects, grouping 10 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 1602?
Subheadings under Heading 1602 range from 1602.11 to 1602.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 1602?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 1602 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 1602?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 1602?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 1602?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 1602 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 1602?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 1602?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 1602?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.