King Oscar Kipper Snacks

King Oscar Kipper Snacks are smoked and lightly brined herring fillets packed in olive oil, ready for immediate consumption. They fall under HTS 1604.12.60.50 as prepared herring in the specific form of kipper snacks, which are whole or in pieces but not minced, distinct from other preserved herrings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.12.40.00Same rate: 35%

If in airtight containers under 227g and not specifically kippered

Other prepared herrings in smaller retail containers fall under this subheading, excluding the kipper snack specification.

0304.89.10Same rate: 35%

If frozen whole or in pieces, not prepared or preserved

Frozen herrings are classified in Chapter 3 as fresh or frozen, not under prepared/preserved fish in Chapter 16.

1604.19.41.00Higher: 45% vs 35%

If prepared with added sauces or flavors beyond basic smoking/brining

Herrings with sauces or in tomato-based preparations shift to other herring subheadings outside kipper snacks.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify product labeling includes species as 'herring' and processing method to confirm classification under 1604.12.60.50; mislabeling can lead to reclassification

Obtain certificates of origin and processing details, as kipper snacks must be distinguished from fresh or frozen herring in Chapter 3

Check for any FDA prior notice requirements for seafood imports and ensure compliance with country-specific bans or quotas