Meat Products → United States

Most fresh and cured meats prohibited from most countries

Details

USDA APHIS restricts meat imports to prevent animal disease. Fresh, chilled, and frozen meat from most countries is prohibited. Commercially canned and shelf-stable meat products are generally permitted. Specific country approvals exist for some products.

Quantity limit

Personal quantities of approved products

Documentation required

• CBP declaration

Legal reference

9 CFR 94, Federal Meat Inspection Act

Practical advice

Declare all meat products. Commercially canned/sealed products are usually OK. Fresh and cured meats are almost always confiscated.

Customs authority

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) · https://www.cbp.gov