Salted Dried Capelin
Salted dried capelin (Mallotus villosus) is prepared by drying and salting the fish, either whole or as roe, commonly used in sushi and other dishes. The drying process preserves the fish without smoking. This product is classified under tariff item 0305.54.00 as dried capelin, a species explicitly listed.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the capelin is not smoked, as that would require a different tariff item
• Provide the species name Mallotus villosus on customs documents
• Ensure the product is not in pellet form, which would be classified under heading 0309.00.00
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