Salted Mackerel in Brine from Canada
Whole mackerel immersed in brine, salted but kept moist without drying or smoking. Classed in HTS 0305.69.60.01 for other salted/brined fish. Key ingredient in Korean and Japanese dishes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Refrigerate shipments to <40°F to maintain 'not dried' status during transit
• Declare exact salt percentage on commercial invoice for customs valuation
• Beware of histamine testing requirements for scombroid species like mackerel