Bela Sardines in Tomato Sauce from Japan
Premium Portuguese sardines packed in a rich tomato sauce, canned in small tins weighing under 225 grams total. These whole sardines are prepared and preserved without mincing, fitting HTS 1604.13.40.00 due to the container size and species classification as sardines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify net weight including contents is under 225g per container to qualify for this subheading
• Provide species certification as sardines to avoid reclassification under broader fish categories
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA seafood standards, including country of origin and ingredients