Dried Anchovies from China
Small whole anchovies that have been sun-dried or mechanically dried without smoking, often lightly salted for preservation. This product falls under HTS 0305.59.00.01 as dried fish, other than edible offal, whether or not salted but not smoked, suitable for human consumption in various cuisines.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the fish is not smoked to avoid reclassification under heading 0305.41; provide lab tests confirming absence of smoke flavor
• Include certificates of origin and ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations for dried products
• Label accurately as 'dried salted fish' to meet country of origin marking requirements; watch for moisture content limits