Smoked Herring Fillets in Tomato Sauce Large Can from Germany
Smoked herring fillets packed in a rich tomato sauce, contained in a 1 kg tin that exceeds 0.45 kg with contents. This product is classified under HTS 1604.12.40.00 as prepared herring in tomato sauce within oversized immediate containers, distinct from smaller retail packs or fresh fish.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify container net weight exceeds 0.45 kg including sauce to qualify under this subheading; smaller packs shift to 1604.12.20
• Provide species certification confirming herring (Clupea harengus) and processing details to meet Chapter 16 prepared fish requirements
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA seafood HACCP and country-of-origin rules to prevent CBP holds