Chub Mackerel Salted in Brine from China
Chub mackerel (Scomber japonicus) lightly salted and stored in brine, typically used in Asian cuisine preparations. Classified under HTS 0305.69.30.00 for other mackerel that is salted or in brine but not dried or smoked. Excludes processed forms like flours or pellets unfit for direct brining classification.
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
• Label shipments clearly with 'salted in brine, not dried or smoked' to prevent customs disputes over preservation method
• Obtain veterinary health certificates confirming no cooking or smoking processes were applied
• Watch for pitfalls in mixed-species lots; segregate mackerel to avoid averaging into higher-duty categories