Salted Dried Sardines
Salted dried sardines (Sardinops spp.) are preserved by salting and air-drying, sold whole for grilling or snacking. As sardines are listed in tariff item 0305.54.00, this product qualifies as dried fish, not smoked, and fit for human consumption.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sardines are dried but not salted and not smoked
This alternative covers other dried fish, but sardines are listed in 0305.54.00, so it would not apply.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the sardines are dried and salted, not smoked, and that they are not processed into meal or pellets
• Provide the scientific name Sardinops spp. on import documents
• If the product is certified organic, include the certification details
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