Canned Bonito in Olive Oil

Canned bonito (Sarda spp.) fillets preserved in olive oil, ready for consumption as a gourmet seafood product. This falls under HTS 1604.14.70.00 as prepared bonito in oil, not minced, distinct from fresh or frozen fish in Chapter 3. It meets the subheading note linking species to Chapter 3 names.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.9%+35.0%39.9%
🇲🇽Mexico4.9%+10.0%14.9%
🇨🇦Canada4.9%+10.0%14.9%
🇩🇪Germany4.9%+10.0%14.9%
🇯🇵Japan4.9%+10.0%14.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.14.30Higher: 47.5% vs 39.9%

If from freely associated states exceeding quota

Exceeds aggregate quantity limit under general note 10(c), shifting to general duty rate from free entry.

1604.19.41.00Higher: 45% vs 39.9%

If not specifically Sarda spp. but other tuna-like fish

Applies to other prepared tunas or billfishes not identified as bonito, changing the specific species subheading.

0304.89.50Lower: 35% vs 39.9%

If frozen whole or in pieces, not prepared/preserved

Frozen unprepared bonito falls under Chapter 3 for fresh or frozen fish, excluding prepared products in oil.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species as Sarda spp. (bonito) via supplier certificates to avoid misclassification; ensure oil content labeling complies with FDA standards; watch for section 609 restrictions if any shrimp bycatch is involved in processing

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