King Oscar Brisling Sardines in Water from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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