Boned Sardinella Fillets in Canola Oil from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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