Bulk Smoked Boneless Herring for Processing
Bulk-packed boneless smoked Pacific herring intended for further food processing, bones removed for efficiency. The product is smoked and boneless, fitting the smoked herring classification.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the herring are smoked and salted
This heading covers smoked fish that are also salted, whereas this product is only smoked.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the herring are from Clupea pallasii and are boneless
• Document the smoking process and the intended use for further processing
• Verify that the product is not fit for direct retail, as this may affect classification
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