Canned Albacore Tuna in Water
Premium albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga) packed in spring water, whole or in pieces but not minced, in airtight containers without oil. This product falls under HTS 1604.14.30.59 as prepared or preserved albacore tuna, not in oil, and identified as 'other' within the albacore category.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from freely associated states within quota
Tunas from freely associated states like Micronesia enter free of duty under general note 10(c) up to aggregate quantity limits.
If packed in oil instead of water
Albacore tuna prepared in oil shifts to the 'in oil' subheading within the same tuna category.
If fresh or chilled, not prepared/preserved
Unprocessed albacore fillets or steaks remain under Chapter 3 as fresh or chilled fish before preservation.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification as Thunnus alalunga via documentation to match HTS 1604.14.30.59; misclassification risks penalties
• Include FDA prior notice and shellfish safety certificates; check for section 609 compliance if any shrimp byproducts present
• Label cans clearly with 'albacore tuna,' net weight, and packing medium to avoid CBP reclassification
Related Products under HTS 1604.14.30.59
Bumble Bee Solid White Albacore Tuna in Water
Brand-name solid white albacore tuna chunks in water, airtight canned, not minced or in oil, specifically Thunnus alalunga species. Classified under 1604.14.30.59 for other prepared albacore not in oil, distinguishing from flake or chunk varieties if specified.
Wild Planet No Salt Added Albacore Tuna in Water
Sustainable wild-caught albacore tuna in water with no added salt, packed in BPA-free airtight cans, pieces not minced. This low-sodium preserved product matches HTS 1604.14.30.59 as other albacore not in oil.
Safe Catch Elite Pure Albacore Tuna in Water
High-mercury-tested pure albacore tuna in water, hand-packed in small batches in airtight tins, whole pieces. Falls under 1604.14.30.59 for other non-oil albacore preparations.
American Tuna Albacore Ventresca in Water
Premium albacore tuna belly (ventresca) loin packed in water, not minced, in small airtight cans. This specialty cut qualifies as 'other' under HTS 1604.14.30.59 for albacore not in oil.
Kirkland Signature Albacore Tuna in Water
Costco-brand chunk white albacore tuna in water, airtight canned for retail, pieces not minced or oil-packed. Standard prepared albacore fits 1604.14.30.59 'other' category.
Blue Harbor Fish Co. Albacore Tuna in Water
High-protein albacore tuna flakes in water, no oil, airtight pouches or cans, Thunnus alalunga. Though flaked, if not specified as flake suffix, enters as 'other' 1604.14.30.59.