Light Tuna in Brine Can
Canned light tuna (mix of skipjack/yellowfin) in brine within airtight metal cans, pieces intact not minced. Under HTS 1604.14.30 for other tuna preparations not in oil, per US notes on quotas. Common retail product for salads.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If quota-eligible from associated states
Duty-free up to limit under 1604.14.22; this subheading for general or excess.
If with vegetables or sauce
Tuna with other ingredients may classify as prepared meat/fish mixtures in 1602 if not pure.
If flavored or sauced heavily
Sauce-dominant preparations go to food preparations chapter 21.
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Related Products under HTS 1604.14.30
Chunk Light Tuna in Water
Chunk light tuna packed in water inside airtight cans, prepared from skipjack or yellowfin tuna, not minced and not in oil. This falls under HTS 1604.14.30 as it is tuna in airtight containers, preserved without oil, classified as 'other' prepared tuna products. It matches the subheading for tunas and skipjack not exceeding specified quantities from freely associated states.
Solid White Albacore Tuna in Water
Premium solid white albacore tuna chunks preserved in water within airtight tins, whole pieces not minced. Classified under HTS 1604.14.30 for tunas in airtight containers not in oil, as 'other' beyond specific quotas. Meets subheading note for same species as Chapter 3 tunas.
Skipjack Tuna Flakes in Brine
Flaked skipjack tuna preserved in brine (saline water) in airtight containers, pieces not minced. This product is under HTS 1604.14.30 as 'other' tunas and skipjack not in oil, aligning with chapter definitions for prepared fish. Brine packing keeps it out of oil-based subheadings.
Yellowfin Tuna Chunks in Spring Water
Yellowfin tuna cut into chunks and packed in spring water in hermetically sealed cans, not minced or in oil. Fits HTS 1604.14.30 for other tunas in airtight containers without oil, per legal subheading notes tying to Chapter 3 species. Ideal for low-calorie diets.
Bonito Tuna in Water Pouch
Sarda spp. bonito tuna preserved in water within flexible airtight pouches, whole pieces not minced. Classified in HTS 1604.14.30 as other tunas/bonito/skipjack not in oil, matching hierarchy for prepared fish in airtight containers. Pouches count as airtight per tariff terms.
Pole-Caught Skipjack in Water
Pole-and-line caught skipjack tuna in water, canned airtight without oil or mincing. HTS 1604.14.30 applies to this 'other' tuna product, respecting subheading notes on species. Emphasizes sustainable fishing for premium market.