Skipjack Tuna Flakes in Brine
Lightly flaked skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) preserved in brine solution inside pull-tab cans that are not designed for airtight storage. This fits HTS 1604.14.50.00 as other tuna preparations in pieces, not minced, and outside airtight container provisions.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in hermetic airtight containers
Skipjack in sealed airtight containers like pouches classifies under 1604.14.22 for prepared tunas.
If smoked or in molds
Smoked tunas or those in molds/fitted shapes fall under 1605 for differently prepared aquatic products.
If fresh chilled, unprepared
Fresh or chilled skipjack without preservation remains in Chapter 3 heading 0303.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Comply with Section 609 PL 101-162 if containing shrimp byproducts, though rare for tuna; declare aquatic sourcing
• Use ISF filings early for refrigerated container shipments to avoid demurrage on perishable tuna imports
• Label country of catch and packing separately if processed in multiple countries to satisfy CBP rules of origin
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Canned Albacore Tuna in Oil
Premium albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga) packed in olive oil, hand-filleted and cooked, sold in standard tin cans that are not airtight-sealed for preservation. This product falls under HTS 1604.14.50.00 as prepared tuna in pieces, not minced, and not in airtight containers like hermetic glass jars.
Yellowfin Tuna Chunks in Water
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Bonito Fillets in Vegetable Oil
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Bigeye Tuna Steaks in Broth
Thick-cut bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) steaks simmered in light broth, packed into easy-open cans without airtight hermetic seals. This product is classified in HTS 1604.14.50.00 for other non-minced tuna pieces not in airtight containers.
Pole-Caught Bluefin Tuna Chunks
Select chunks of sustainably pole-caught bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) in natural juices, canned in non-hermetic containers for premium markets. Fits HTS 1604.14.50.00 as other prepared tunas in pieces, not airtight.
Light Tuna Meat in Soy Sauce
Flaked light tuna meat (mixed skipjack/yellowfin) marinated in reduced-sodium soy sauce, packed in non-airtight cans for Asian markets. Classified under HTS 1604.14.50.00 for other tuna preparations not minced or airtight.