Salted Anchovies in Brine Filleting Grade from Mexico
Whole anchovies (Engraulis encrasicolus) preserved in brine and salt without drying or smoking, intended for industrial filleting and processing. Classified under HTS 0305.63.60.00 as 'other' salted or brined anchovies excluding edible offal. Meets chapter notes by being in brine state, unfit for direct human consumption as sold.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Verify supplier provides certification that anchovies are not from prohibited sources under section 609 if misidentified as shrimp products; ensure brine salinity documentation for customs; avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as dried product shifting to 0305.41