Fresh or Chilled Edible Offal of Swine

Pork liver, heart, kidney, stomach (tripe), and tongue are the most commercially significant items. Demand is concentrated in ethnic foodservice and specialty retail segments, particularly in communities with Latin American, Asian, and Eastern European culinary traditions where these cuts are staple ingredients.

Yes. USDA APHIS maintains country-specific restrictions related to foreign animal diseases such as African swine fever (ASF) and foot-and-mouth disease (FMD). Countries with active outbreaks of these diseases may be ineligible to export pork products, including offal, to the US. Importers should verify current APHIS and FSIS country eligibility before contracting with foreign suppliers. Classification and admissibility for meat and offal products is complex; consult a licensed customs broker or FSIS for guidance specific to your shipment.