Smoked Herring in Brine Pouches
Clupea harengus fillets smoked then lightly brined in vacuum pouches for preservation. The product remains smoked fish, and the brining does not change its 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
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 herring are heavily brined and considered preserved
This heading covers prepared or preserved fish, whereas lightly brined smoked fish remains in heading 0305.
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
• Confirm that the brining is light and does not constitute a preserved product, which could change classification
• Ensure the vacuum pouches are properly labeled with the product name and species
• Keep records of the smoking and brining process for CBSA
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