Canned Bluefin Tuna Chunks in Brine from China
High-value bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) cut into chunks and preserved in brine in airtight tins, not minced or oil-packed. Under HTS 1604.14.30.99 for other prepared tunas in non-oil airtight containers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
47.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain sustainability certifications like MSC to facilitate customs clearance for premium species
• Provide detailed packing lists specifying drained weight and container type for accurate duty calculation
• Monitor CITES permits if bluefin from regulated fisheries to comply with wildlife import rules