Rolled Anchovies in Airtight Glass Jars from Mexico
Rolled anchovy fillets (Engraulis spp.) in brine, sealed in airtight glass jars with content weight ≤6.8kg, often with capers or oil. Classifies under HTS 0305.63.20.00 as salted fish in brine specifically in airtight containers for consumer use.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label jars with exact net weight and brine content; FDA requires country-of-origin and species declaration for traceability
• Test for airtight seal integrity to prevent reclassification as non-airtight; common pitfall is moisture damage in transit
• Obtain Certificate of Analysis for salt levels to prove 'salted but not dried/smoked' status