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.
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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 airtight containers
Herring prepared or preserved in airtight containers weighing with liquid ≤6.8kg shifts to subheading 1604.12.40.
If pickled or salted
Pickled or salted herring falls under 1604.11, distinguishing from other preparation methods in 1604.12.
If frozen fillets, not prepared/preserved
Frozen, unprepared herring fillets are classified in Chapter 3 under 0304 as simply frozen fish, not processed products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification as herring (Clupea harengus) via documentation to avoid misclassification under other fish subheadings
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide certificates of origin for any trade preference claims
• Label products clearly with processing method (e.g
• smoked) to prevent reclassification as fresh or frozen under Chapter 3
Related Products under HTS 1604.12.60
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.
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.
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.