Anchovy Fillets in Brine Tin

Skinless anchovy fillets (Engraulis spp.) preserved solely in brine inside airtight metal tins ≤6.8kg total weight. This matches HTS 0305.63.20.00 for anchovies salted/in brine in small airtight packs, excluding smoked or dried forms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0305.31.01.00Lower: 35% vs 40%

If dried, even if salted

Dried salted anchovies prioritize drying process over salting, moving to earlier subheading in 0305.

0305.64Lower: 10.5% vs 40%

If for other species like sprats in airtight containers

Species specificity: only Engraulis spp. under 0305.63; others like Clupeoids go to 0305.64.

0710.80Lower: 24.9% vs 40%

If processed into meal or pellets mistakenly

If ground into non-human-consumable form, it could shift to Chapter 07, but Chapter Note excludes human-fit pellets from 0305-0308.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide lab tests confirming no drying process (moisture content > certain threshold) to avoid 0305.31 classification

Customs may require proof of 'immediate container' integrity; use vacuum-sealed tins to minimize brine leakage issues

Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain origins; declare exact HTS early

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Canned Anchovies in Olive Oil

Whole anchovies (Engraulis spp.) preserved in brine and packed in airtight tin cans with olive oil, weighing 6.8 kg or less. This product is salted fish in brine, not dried or smoked, fitting HTS 0305.63.20.00 due to the airtight container and weight specification for retail sale.

Rolled Anchovies in Airtight Glass Jars

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Whole Anchovies in Airtight Can with Salt Brine

Intact whole anchovies (Engraulis spp.) packed in heavy salt brine within airtight cans, net ≤6.8kg, for culinary use. Fits HTS 0305.63.20.00 precisely as non-dried, non-smoked salted anchovies in specified airtight retail containers.

Boned Anchovies in Brine Pouch Can

Boned Engraulis anchovies preserved in brine, canned in airtight pouches or tins ≤6.8kg. HTS 0305.63.20.00 applies to this salted, brined form without drying/smoking or further prep.

Portuguese Style Anchovies in Tin

Traditional Portuguese anchovies (Engraulis spp.) hand-packed in coarse salt brine in airtight tins ≤6.8kg. Exemplifies HTS 0305.63.20.00 for retail-ready salted fish in airtight containers.

Spanish Anchovies in Oil-Brined Jar

Premium Spanish semi-preserved anchovies (Engraulis spp.) in light brine with olive oil overlay, airtight jar ≤6.8kg. Brine preservation qualifies under HTS 0305.63.20.00 despite minor oil.