Shark Fin Medallions Preserved
Shark fins shaped into medallions and preserved dry, in pieces not minced. These are prepared shark fins under tariff item 1604.18.00, as they are whole or in pieces, not minced, per Chapter 16.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7% | — | 7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the medallions are made from minced shark fin
Minced preparations are classified separately under 1604.20.
If the medallions are from non-shark fish
Other fish in pieces fall under 1604.19.
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 medallions are not considered minced; if they are ground, use 1604.20.10
• Dry preservation is fine, but verify no added binders exceed 3% if pellets are involved
• Have CITES documentation for the shark species
Related Products under Tariff item 1604.18.00
Blacktip Shark Fins in Aluminum Can
Blacktip shark fins, whole pieces preserved in broth within airtight aluminum cans. This product is prepared or preserved fish, whole or in pieces but not minced, and falls under tariff item 1604.18.00 for shark fins.
Bulk Preserved Shark Fin Segments
Large segments of shark fins preserved in vacuum packs for wholesale. These are pieces of shark fins, not minced, and fall under tariff item 1604.18.00 for shark fins.
Canned Shark Fin in Brine
Shark fins cooked and packed in brine in cans, maintained in pieces for culinary use. This is prepared shark fins, in pieces, not minced, under tariff item 1604.18.00.
Dried Shark Fins in Vacuum-Sealed Can
Dried blue shark fins, whole, rehydratable for cooking, sealed in airtight metal cans. These are prepared or preserved shark fins, whole, not minced, matching tariff item 1604.18.00.
Dried Shark Fin Soup Base
Dried shark fins prepared and preserved for use in traditional Asian soups, processed into pieces but not minced. These are prepared shark fins, in pieces, matching tariff item 1604.18.00.
Frozen Prepared Shark Fin Strips
Shark fins cleaned, soaked, and cut into strips, then frozen for preservation without mincing. These are prepared shark fins, in pieces, not minced, under tariff item 1604.18.00.