Herring in Tomato Sauce Pieces
Herring pieces preserved in a tomato-based sauce, not airtight-sealed, for use in meals. Classified in HTS 1604.12.60 for other herring preparations in pieces.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in cans or jars (airtight)
Airtight containers trigger 1604.12.40 regardless of sauce type.
If tomato sauce is primary component
Sauce-dominant products classify as tomatoes prepared/preserved in Chapter 20.
If other fish species used
Same preparation of non-herring fish uses 1604.19 subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• List sauce ingredients prominently; tomato >50% may risk vegetable classification
• Comply with country-specific additive limits (e.g
• EU vs
• Asia origins)
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'not minced' to affirm heading 1604 structure
Related Products under HTS 1604.12.60
Smoked Kippered Herring Fillets
Whole or piece herring fillets that have been smoked and kippered, prepared for direct consumption without further cooking. This product falls under HTS 1604.12.60 as prepared or preserved herrings in whole or pieces, not minced, and not specifically covered by other subheadings like pickled or in airtight containers.
Oil-Packed Herring Pieces
Herring cut into pieces and packed in vegetable oil, ready-to-eat as a snack or salad ingredient. Classified under HTS 1604.12.60 for other prepared or preserved herrings in pieces, excluding those in airtight containers or minced.
Marinated Herring Chunks
Chunks of herring marinated in a vinegar and spice blend, not in airtight containers, sold as an appetizer. This fits HTS 1604.12.60 as 'other' prepared herrings in pieces, distinct from pickled (1604.11) or containerized forms.
Whole Smoked Herrings
Whole herrings that are hot-smoked for preservation and flavor, packaged loosely for retail. Under HTS 1604.12.60 as other whole preserved herrings, not minced or in specific containers.
Spiced Herring Fillets
Herring fillets seasoned with spices and lightly cured, packaged in bulk for foodservice. Falls under HTS 1604.12.60 as other preserved herring fillets in pieces.
Brined Herring Loins
Herring loins brined for preservation but not fully pickled, cut into pieces for sale. HTS 1604.12.60 covers these other non-minced preparations.