Mackerel
Fish, dried, salted or in brine; smoked fish, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process: > Smoked fish, including fillets, other than edible fish offal: > Other: > Mackerel
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 0305.49.20.00
Smoked Atlantic Mackerel Fillets
Thinly sliced and smoked fillets from Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus), preserved through cold-smoking without cooking. This product falls under HTS 0305.49.20.00 as smoked mackerel, distinct from fresh or frozen fish, and not classified as offal or unfit for human consumption.
Hot-Smoked King Mackerel Whole
Whole king mackerel (Scomberomorus cavalla) hot-smoked to preserve flavor and texture, often sold ready-to-eat. Classified under HTS 0305.49.20.00 specifically for smoked mackerel, excluding offal or pellets unfit for human consumption per chapter notes.
Cold-Smoked Chub Mackerel Steaks
Thick-cut steaks from chub mackerel (Scomber japonicus) cold-smoked for subtle flavor preservation. This fits HTS 0305.49.20.00 as 'other' smoked mackerel, not flours, meals, or pellets per chapter exclusions.
Smoked Spanish Mackerel Loins
Boneless loins from Spanish mackerel (Scomberomorus maculatus) lightly smoked for export markets. Under HTS 0305.49.20.00 for smoked mackerel other than offal, ensuring it's not a set or further processed.
Kiln-Smoked Pacific Mackerel
Whole Pacific mackerel (Scomber japonicus) kiln-smoked traditionally, preserved without brine. Classified in HTS 0305.49.20.00 as other smoked mackerel, adhering to chapter notes excluding human-fit pellets.
Smoked Jack Mackerel Fillets
Skin-on fillets of jack mackerel (Trachurus spp.) smoked for shelf stability. This product is under HTS 0305.49.20.00 for mackerel smoked fish, not dried or brined alternatives.
Oak-Smoked Horse Mackerel
Whole horse mackerel (Trachurus trachurus) smoked over oak wood for artisanal flavor. Fits HTS 0305.49.20.00 as smoked mackerel other than offal, per hierarchy.