Pickle-Brined Herring Fillets in 3.5kg Can from Mexico
Herring fillets in mild vinegar-brine pickle solution, canned at 3.5kg total weight. Remains under HTS 0305.39.20.00 as brined (salted equivalent) non-smoked fillets in small containers. Brine type doesn't change classification if not cooked.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14%
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
• Distinguish 'brine' vs 'pickle'; acidified brine stays 0305 if no cooking
• pH test documentation required for low-acid canned fish FDA approval
• Declare acetic acid content if vinegar-brined to avoid 1604 prepared classification