Salted Sardines in Brine Jar from China
Whole sardines preserved in brine within glass jars weighing 6.8 kg or less total, not dried or smoked. Classified under HTS 0305.69.50.01 for other salted fish in small brine containers, distinct from offal, flours, or pellets per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Label jars clearly with net weight, species, and 'salted in brine' to meet FDA seafood labeling and CBP requirements
• Avoid additives that could classify as 'prepared' under Chapter 16; stick to salt and brine only
• Obtain HACCP plan documentation for seafood safety during import clearance