Boned Sardinella Fillets in Canola Oil from Germany
Skinned and boned sardinella fillets preserved in canola oil in airtight aluminum cans. This product is classified in HTS 1604.13.30.00 due to being sardinella in oil, skinned/boned, distinguishing from unprocessed.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Declare exact net drained weight of fish vs. total to match statistical requirements
• Avoid common error of listing as 'tuna' – species mismatch triggers penalties
• Pair with biotech clearance if GM canola oil used in packing