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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 4% | +37.5% | 41.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| šØš¦Canada | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If prepared in brine or tomato sauce instead of oil
Herrings in airtight containers but not in oil shift to subheading 1604.11 for other media.
If smoked but not in airtight containers
Smoked herrings without airtight oil packing fall under general prepared herrings.
If frozen fillets, not prepared or preserved
Unprepared frozen herring fillets are classified in Chapter 3 as fresh or frozen fish.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code ā and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify the product is herring species (Clupea harengus) and packed in airtight containers to qualify under this subheading
ā¢ Include commercial invoice detailing oil type, net weight, and country of origin; ensure FDA prior notice for seafood
ā¢ Avoid misclassification by confirming fish is in pieces, not minced; common pitfall is declaring as fresh frozen herring
Related Products under HTS 1604.12.20.00
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.
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
Herring fillets with mild spices, preserved in corn oil in airtight tins. Meets HTS 1604.12.20.00 for piece herrings in oil, airtight.
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.