King Oscar Brisling Sardines in Water

Norwegian brisling sardines (sprats) lightly smoked and packed in water, in small cans under 225 grams each. Classified under HTS 1604.13.40.00 as preserved sprats in pieces, not minced.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1604.13.30.00Higher: 55% vs 35%

If smoked and in airtight containers over 225g

Smoked variants have separate provisions based on container size.

0303.53.00Same rate: 35%

If fresh or chilled, not preserved

Non-prepared sprats remain in Chapter 3 for chilled fish.

1604.12.40.00Same rate: 35%

If herring instead of sprats

Herring prepared products use a distinct subheading in the sardines group.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Differentiate brisling/sprats from true sardines in documentation for accurate heading placement

Include batch processing details to prove preparation method complies with 'whole or pieces'

Prepare for shelf-life declarations as per FDA import requirements for preserved fish