Fresh Bay Anchovies (Anchoa mitchilli)
Fresh Bay Anchovies (Anchoa mitchilli) are whole, chilled fish intended for human consumption. Although the common name suggests a related genus, these are classified under Engraulis spp. for tariff purposes, as they are imported as whole fresh anchovies. This item covers fish that are fresh or chilled, not filleted or otherwise processed.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the anchovies are smoked
Smoked fish, including anchovies, are classified under heading 03.05, which covers smoked fish, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process.
If the anchovies are filleted
Fish fillets, fresh or chilled, are classified under heading 03.04, which excludes whole fish covered by heading 03.02.
If the anchovies are prepared or preserved (e.g., in oil or brine)
Prepared or preserved anchovies fall under heading 16.04, which covers prepared or preserved fish, including anchovy preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fish are shipped and maintained at chilled temperatures (not frozen) to qualify as 'fresh or chilled' under this tariff item
• Provide a detailed product description on the commercial invoice, including the scientific name Engraulis spp
• to avoid CBSA classification delays
• Verify that the fish are fit for human consumption, as product unfit for that purpose falls under Chapter 5
Related Products under Tariff item 0302.42.00
Chilled European Anchovies (Engraulis encrasicolus)
Chilled European anchovies (Engraulis encrasicolus) packed in insulated boxes with ice for retail or foodservice. These are fresh or chilled whole fish of the Engraulis genus, which fall squarely under tariff item 0302.42.00, and are not fillets or other fish meat of heading 03.04.
Fresh Anchoveta (Engraulis ringens)
Fresh anchoveta (Engraulis ringens) from Chilean waters, a small forage fish kept chilled for industrial or direct sale. As whole fish of the Engraulis genus, fresh or chilled and not filleted, they are correctly classified under tariff item 0302.42.00.
Fresh Peruvian Anchovies (Engraulis ringens)
Fresh Peruvian anchovies (Engraulis ringens), a small oily fish harvested from the Pacific Ocean, delivered chilled on ice. These whole fish, fresh or chilled and of the Engraulis genus, are classified under tariff item 0302.42.00, which specifically covers anchovies of that genus.
Iced Pacific Anchovies (Engraulis mordax)
Iced Pacific anchovies (Engraulis mordax) from the California Current, shipped iced for freshness. These are fresh or chilled whole fish of the Engraulis genus, used in sushi, bait or processing, and are correctly classified under tariff item 0302.42.00.