Organic Canned Sardines in Spring Water

Whole organic sardines packed in spring water, low-sodium option. Classified in HTS 1604.13.90.00 as other prepared sardines, not the basic brine specified elsewhere.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+35.0%38.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%+10.0%13.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.13.10.00Lower: 35% vs 38.1%

If in plain brine packing

Standard brine-packed sardines have a separate subheading.

1604.11Lower: 10% vs 38.1%

If salmon species

Salmon preparations are in 1604.11.

2009.89.70Lower: 25% vs 38.1%

If vinegar-pickled

Acid-preserved fish shifts to Chapter 20.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide organic certification documents for USDA verification

Confirm water quality meets FDA potable standards

Avoid 'brine' mislabeling; spring water may differentiate subheadings