Kippered Herring in Vegetable Oil
Kippered (split and smoked) herring preserved in vegetable oil, sealed in airtight tins for long shelf life. Classified under HTS 1604.12.20.00 due to being herring in pieces, in oil, airtight containers.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 4% | +35.0% | 39% |
| š²š½Mexico | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| šØš¦Canada | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| š©šŖGermany | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| šÆšµJapan | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in containers over 6.8 kg
Larger airtight containers exceed the size limit for this subheading, moving to 1604.12.40.
If dried, not oil-preserved
Dried or dehydrated herrings without oil preservation go to vegetables chapter if processed that way.
If actually tuna mislabeled as herring
Species-specific; tunas have separate subheadings even if similarly prepared.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Label containers clearly with 'herring in oil' and provide lab tests for oil composition if required
ā¢ Comply with US seafood import monitoring to trace origin and prevent IUU fishing issues
ā¢ Watch for overages in container size; must be truly airtight to avoid reclassification
Related Products under HTS 1604.12.20.00
Smoked Herring Fillets in Olive Oil
Herring fillets that have been smoked and preserved in olive oil, packed in airtight cans or jars to prevent spoilage. This product falls under HTS 1604.12.20.00 as it consists of whole or piece herrings (not minced) preserved in oil within airtight containers.
Whole Salted Herrings in Soybean Oil
Whole herrings lightly salted and packed in soybean oil inside airtight glass jars. This meets HTS 1604.12.20.00 criteria for herrings whole or in pieces, preserved in oil, airtight.
Pickled Herring in Canola Oil Jar
Pickled herring fillets immersed in canola oil, sealed in airtight glass jars for retail. This product is classified in HTS 1604.12.20.00 for oil-preserved herrings in airtight containers.
Bismarck Herring in Olive Oil
Bismarck-style cured herring fillets in olive oil, packed in airtight cans. HTS 1604.12.20.00 applies to these whole or piece herrings preserved in oil airtight.
Spiced Herring Fillets in Corn Oil
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Herring in Tomato-Infused Oil Can
Whole herrings in oil infused with tomato essence, airtight canned. Still under HTS 1604.12.20.00 as primary oil preservation for herrings.