Low-Sodium Sardinella in Broth from Japan
Sardinella preserved in reduced-sodium vegetable broth. Other preparation under HTS 1604.13.90.00, not basic brine.
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
• Sodium claims need lab verification
• Broth composition must show fish principal
• Shelf-life testing for broth medium