Salted Mackerel Milt

Milt from mackerel fish salted for preservation, often used in Asian fermented dishes. Falls under HTS 0305.20.40.65 for salted 'other' fish milt.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0302Lower: 10% vs 35%

If fresh

Fresh mackerel roes/milt under 0302; preservation changes to 0305.

2309.90Lower: 11.4% vs 35%

If processed for animal feed

Fish solubles and meals for feed are in 2309, not edible preserved forms.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide species-specific identification to avoid generic fish offal classifications

Monitor salinity levels to ensure compliance with preservation-only status

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