Smoked Sardines in Tin-Plate Can from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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