Dried Anchovies from China

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.

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

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