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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+35.0%39%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+10.0%14%
🇨🇦Canada4%+10.0%14%
🇩🇪Germany4%+10.0%14%
🇯🇵Japan4%+10.0%14%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.11.40Lower: 35% vs 39%

If in larger containers over 6.8 kg

Size threshold determines subheading within oil-packed herrings.

2001.90.25.00Higher: 45.2% vs 39%

If vinegar-pickled without oil dominance

Vinegar-preserved fish shifts to Chapter 20 if not oil-based.

1604.20.05Higher: 40% vs 39%

If in cream sauce instead

Dairy-based sauces move to other fish preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Acidify properly for pickling; pH tests may be needed for FDA entry

Avoid bulk packaging; this subheading implies consumer-sized airtight units

Origin labeling critical; EU vs

Asia sourcing affects duties and inspections