Portuguese Smoked Sardines Tin-Plate from Mexico
Traditional Portuguese smoked sardines, whole neither skinned nor boned, in olive oil, in tin-plate cans valued $2/kg. Precisely matches HTS 1604.13.10.00 for smoked sardines in specified high-value tin-plate airtight containers. Staple for Mediterranean cuisine imports.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide EU export certificates for traceability; FDA requires pathogen testing for smoked fish
• Document exact value per kg—customs audits common for value-based subheadings
• Ensure 'airtight' container certification to prevent classification as non-airtight preserves