Brined Sprats in Glass Bottle from Mexico
Preserved sprats in saltwater brine within glass bottles of 6.8 kg or less total weight, not smoked or dried. This qualifies under HTS 0305.69.50.01 as other fish in brine in small immediate containers, separate from offal or human-fit flours/meals.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ensure bottles are tamper-evident and labeled with country of origin, species, and net contents
• Refrigeration chain documentation required if not fully stabilized by brine
• Avoid vacuum-packing that could imply further processing under Chapter 16