US pork group bucks higher tariff
The US National Pork Producers Council is opposing a Philippine government proposal to reclassify frozen pork jowls from 'edible offal' to 'regular swine meat.' The change would increase import tariffs from 15% to 25%, which the trade group argues contradicts international customs standards based on anatomical origin.
Why it matters
Trade classification disputes can significantly affect international food prices and the competitiveness of imported meat products in local markets.
THE National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) has opposed the Department of Agriculture's (DA) proposal to reclassify frozen pork jowls from edible offal to regular swine meat, which would subject imports to a higher tariff.The NPPC, a trade association representing US pork producers and other industry stakeholders, said the proposal was inconsistent with international customs standards.In a position paper submitted to the Tariff Commission on Sept. 28, the group said product classification under the World Customs Organization's Harmonized System should be based on anatomical origin.Pork jowls come from the cheek or head of a pig and remain head-derived products even after they are removed, the NPPC said.
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