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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%+37.5%40.6%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.13.10.00Lower: 37.5% vs 40.6%

If in plain brine packing

Standard brine-packed sardines have a separate subheading.

1604.11Lower: 12.5% vs 40.6%

If salmon species

Salmon preparations are in 1604.11.

2009.89.70Lower: 25% vs 40.6%

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