Smoked Sardinella in Tin-Plate Container
Smoked sardinella fish, whole and unskinned, packed in cottonseed oil in tin-plate airtight containers. Sardinella is explicitly named in the subheading, and the tin-plate container qualifies under tariff item 1604.13.10.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪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 sardinella is not in cans or glass jars (e.g., in plastic containers).
The 'Other' subheading covers sardinella in containers other than cans or glass jars.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the species is Sardinella spp. and include it on the label for CBSA verification
• Keep documentation of the smoking process and container type to support the classification
• Check if the cottonseed oil meets Canadian food safety standards for imported products
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