King Oscar Kipper Snacks from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• 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