Canned Bigeye Tuna in Spring Water
Bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) in natural pieces preserved in spring water within hermetically sealed cans, no oil added. Matches HTS 1604.14.30.99 criteria for other tunas not in oil, airtight retail containers.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If within freely associated states quota
Quota-eligible tunas from FAS enter duty-free under 1604.14.22, separate from general imports.
If smoked or pickled preparation
Smoked tuna shifts to 1602 for preserved by smoking, not simple canning in 1604.
If not in airtight containers
Non-airtight preserved tuna pieces go to 1604.19 'Other' prepared fish subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test for histamine levels in documentation to preempt FDA detention for scombroid risk
• Use ISF filings early for seafood to avoid delays from advanced manifest requirements
• Confirm 'not in oil' explicitly on commercial invoice to prevent erroneous oil-rate duties
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Canned Albacore Tuna in Water
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Canned Yellowfin Tuna in Brine
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Canned Skipjack Tuna Flakes in Water
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Canned Bluefin Tuna Chunks in Brine
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Low-Sodium Canned Skipjack in Water
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Organic Canned Yellowfin Tuna in Broth
Certified organic yellowfin tuna pieces simmered in light broth (non-oil), sealed in cans without mincing. HTS 1604.14.30.99 applies to such other prepared tunas in airtight non-oil containers.