Yellowfin Tuna Chunks in Bulk

Frozen chunks of yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) packed in bulk containers exceeding 6.8 kg, not in oil or airtight packaging. This product is classified under HTS 1604.14.40.00 as prepared tuna in pieces for industrial use, such as canning or further processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.14Same rate: 35%

If packed in oil

Tuna in immediate containers over 6.8 kg but in oil shifts to the 'in oil' subheading.

1604.20.40.00Higher: 45% vs 35%

If bonito (Sarda spp.) instead of tuna

Bonito species are classified separately from tunas and skipjack under a different subheading.

0304.89Lower: 10% vs 35%

If frozen but not prepared or preserved

Unprepared frozen fillets fall under Chapter 3 as fresh or frozen fish, not Chapter 16 prepared products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species identification with documentation like catch certificates to comply with HTS species-specific classification

Ensure containers weigh over 6.8 kg with contents and are not airtight; mispackaging leads to reclassification

Check for Section 609 restrictions if involving shrimp byproducts, though not directly applicable here