Wild Planet Wild Albacore Tuna Foil Packet

Wild-caught albacore tuna preserved in water, not oil, in lightweight foil packets totaling less than 6.8 kg. Classified under HTS 1604.14.30.51 for albacore in flexible airtight containers meeting the size criteria. Ideal for portable, no-drain lunches with whole pieces.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12.5%+35.0%47.5%
🇲🇽Mexico12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇨🇦Canada12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇩🇪Germany12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇯🇵Japan12.5%+10.0%22.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.14.30Same rate: 47.5%

If in rigid cans rather than flexible foil

Rigid airtight containers like tin cans fall under the 'other' airtight category, not flexible.

1604.20.20.00Lower: 35% vs 47.5%

If containing added ingredients like vegetables

Products of Chapter 16 with mixtures (e.g., tuna salad) classify under prepared fish preparations.

0710.80Lower: 24.9% vs 47.5%

If dehydrated or dried, not wet-packed

Dried albacore shifts to vegetables/legumes chapter for dehydrated aquatic products.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Include sustainable fishing certificates (e.g

MSC) as CBP often scrutinizes tuna provenance

Document exact contents weight including pouch to confirm <6.8kg; avoid overpacking pitfalls

Test for histamine levels per FDA guidelines for low-acid canned foods to prevent detention