Smoked Sardines in Tin-Plate Can from Japan
Premium smoked sardines, neither skinned nor boned, packed in olive oil within airtight tin-plate containers, valued over $1 per kg. These meet HTS 1604.13.10.00 criteria due to the smoking process, specific container type, and minimum value threshold for tin-plate packaging. Ideal for gourmet retail as a ready-to-eat seafood product.
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
• Verify container is tin-plate and product value exceeds $1/kg with commercial invoice to qualify under this subheading
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA seafood HACCP and country-of-origin rules; provide lot traceability documentation
• Avoid misclassification by confirming sardines are smoked and not fresh or frozen, which fall under Chapter 3