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Crown Prince Kipper Snacks

Crown Prince Kipper Snacks consist of boneless, skinless smoked herring fillets in cottonseed oil, a popular ready-to-eat product. Classified under HTS 1604.12.60.50 due to their kippered preparation from herring, whole or in pieces.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.12.60Same rate: 37.5%

If not in the exact 'kipper snack' form but other smoked styles

Distinguishes specific kipper snack presentation from other smoked or brined herrings.

1604.14.22Higher: 43.5% vs 37.5%

If tuna or skipjack misidentified as herring

Tunas have separate subheadings; species verification prevents misclassification.

2008.99.60.00Higher: 48.7% vs 37.5%

If in vinegar or acetic acid solution rather than oil

Herrings prepared in vinegar fall under aquatic invertebrate/fruit preparations, not fish in oil.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure commercial invoice specifies 'kipper snacks' and net weight to avoid confusion with general herring products

• Comply with HACCP plans for seafood processing and provide lot traceability for FDA inspections

• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain herring sources; confirm origin to calculate correct rates