Canned Herring Steaks in Brine from Japan
Herring steaks preserved in brine, canned for long shelf life, sold as protein snack. Classifies to HTS 1604.12.60.90 as other prepared whole/piece herrings, excluding minced or specific media.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide commercial sterility validation for brine-packed cans
• Monitor sodium content declarations for nutrition labeling
• Avoid entry as 'pickled' if only brined, per processing definitions