Brined Fish Tails

Fish tails from species like tuna or salmon, preserved in brine for edibility, classified as 'other' edible offal under HTS 0305.79.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0303.83.00Same rate: 35%

If from tuna, salted or in brine

Tuna-specific preserved cuts have dedicated headings outside general offal.

1604.19.41Higher: 45% vs 35%

If cooked and ready-to-eat

Prepared/preserved fish beyond simple salting moves to Chapter 16.

0302.89.50Same rate: 35%

If fresh or chilled, not preserved

Lack of salting/brining keeps it as fresh offal under heading 0302.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test brine concentration (>10% salt typical) to prove preservation status

Separate from whole fish cuts; bundling risks higher duties under 0303-0304

FDA registration mandatory for processing facilities handling brined products