Fresh Chilled Scaled Sardines in 6.8kg Can from Mexico

Fresh or chilled whole sardines that have been scaled, with heads, viscera, and fins potentially processed, packed in immediate containers weighing 6.8 kg or less with contents. This falls under HTS 0302.89.11 as it meets the criteria for other fish (not heading 0304 fillets), scaled, and in the specified small container size.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

13%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify fish species identification and scaling status via photos or certificates to confirm HTS 0302.89.11 classification

Ensure immediate containers weigh ≤6.8kg gross; provide packing specs and net weight declarations

Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and labeling for fresh/chilled status; watch for reclassification if frozen