Dried Atlantic Herring Fillets from China

Thin fillets of Atlantic herring (Clupea harengus) that have been dried to preserve them, retaining their flaky texture and rich flavor. Classified under HTS 0305.39.61.10 as dried herring fillets, not smoked, distinct from whole fish or fresh products. Ideal for snacks or ingredient in Nordic cuisine.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify certificates of origin and processing method to confirm drying without smoking for accurate HTS classification

Comply with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide lab tests for salt content if in brine

Avoid common pitfalls like declaring as 'salted only' if partially dried, which could shift to different subheading