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Wild Planet Sardine Fillets in Olive Oil

Sustainably sourced sardine fillets preserved in extra virgin olive oil, in lightweight cans under 225 grams. As whole or piece sardines that are prepared but not minced, they align with HTS 1604.13.40.00 specifications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.13.20.00Higher: 52.5% vs 37.5%

If in oil and exceeding 225g per container

Container weight threshold determines the precise subheading for oil-packed sardines.

2009.89.70Lower: 25% vs 37.5%

If tomato-sauced and vegetable-derived

Sauce-dominant products may shift to Chapter 20 for preserved vegetables with fish.

1605Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If including crustaceans like shrimp

Products with added shellfish move to heading 1605 for mixed aquatic invertebrates.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm 'not minced' status through processing records to prevent misclassification

• Use immediate container specs in invoices to match the under-225g requirement

• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain sardine imports from specific countries