Boned Sardinella in Vegetable Oil from Japan
Boned sardinella fillets canned in vegetable oil in airtight containers, skinned for smooth eating. This matches HTS 1604.13.30.00 as sardinella (a sardine type) prepared in oil, skinned or boned, not minced.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Label net weight and oil type accurately to prevent CBP disputes on container or medium specs
• Use FDA prior notice for all preserved fish shipments to clear entry smoothly