Dried Anchovies

Small anchovies (Engraulis spp.) dried whole or in small fish, often salted lightly, popular in Asian snacks and seasonings. Classified under HTS 0305.54.00.00 for dried anchovies, whether or not salted but not smoked, excluding flours or pellets fit for human consumption.

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, chilled, or frozen

Fresh or frozen anchovies are under heading 0302/0303, not preserved dried forms.

2103.90.40Lower: 20.7% vs 35%

If ground into powder or paste for sauces

Processed into fish paste or powder shifts to Chapter 21 for sauces/condiments.

1604.16Lower: 10% vs 35%

If canned in oil or tomato sauce

Canned prepared anchovies are prepared/preserved fish under Chapter 16.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include lab analysis confirming drying process and salt content; pitfalls include confusion with fresh anchovies

Label with exact species (Engraulis spp.) to prevent reclassification; ensure not ground into meal

Comply with FDA seafood HACCP for dried products to avoid import holds