Boned Sardines in Olive Oil from Canada
Premium boneless sardines packed in olive oil within airtight cans, skinned and deboned for easy consumption. This product falls under HTS 1604.13.30.00 as prepared sardines in oil, airtight containers, that are skinned or boned, distinguishing it from whole or minced varieties.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify airtight container integrity and ensure labeling includes species name per FDA seafood standards
• Obtain Certificate of Origin to confirm compliance with any trade agreements reducing duties on preserved fish
• Avoid misclassification by confirming fish is skinned/boned, not whole; common pitfall leads to audits