Bonito Steaks in Vegetable Broth
Bonito steaks preserved in oil-free vegetable broth, whole pieces. HTS 1604.14.80.00 applies as prepared bonito not in oil. Used in soups and ready meals.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If salmon species instead
Salmon has its own subheading in 1604.11, separate from bonito.
If soup-ready with thickeners
Broth-heavy products may be soups in Chapter 21 if fish not principal.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• List all broth ingredients on label to confirm no oil derivatives
• Comply with country of origin marking for multi-ingredient packs
• Test for histamine levels common in scombroid fish like bonito
Related Products under HTS 1604.14.80.00
Canned Bonito in Water
Canned bonito (Sarda spp.) packed in water, whole or in pieces but not minced, ready for consumption. This product falls under HTS 1604.14.80.00 as prepared or preserved bonito not in oil. It is a popular ingredient in salads and poke bowls.
Bonito Flakes in Brine
Dried bonito flakes (katsuobushi) rehydrated and preserved in brine, in pieces but not minced. Classified under HTS 1604.14.80.00 for bonito not in oil, used in Japanese cuisine for dashi broth. Meets the prepared fish criteria without oil medium.
Preserved Bonito Chunks in Tomato Sauce
Bonito chunks (Sarda spp.) preserved in tomato sauce without oil, whole or in pieces. This fits HTS 1604.14.80.00 as not in oil, providing a flavorful, oil-free seafood option. Commonly used in Mediterranean dishes.
Canned Atlantic Bonito in Spring Water
Sarda sarda (Atlantic bonito) canned in spring water, in pieces but not minced. Under HTS 1604.14.80.00 for oil-free preserved bonito, ideal for low-calorie diets. Sourced from Mediterranean waters.
Katsuobushi Bonito in Light Brine
Traditional katsuobushi-style bonito preserved in light brine, flakes in pieces. Classifies under HTS 1604.14.80.00 for non-oil bonito preparations. Essential for umami in Asian cooking.
Pacific Bonito in Aquafaba Liquid
Pacific bonito (Sarda spp.) preserved in aquafaba (oil-free chickpea liquid), in chunks. Fits HTS 1604.14.80.00 as not in oil. Vegan-friendly preservation for pescatarian diets.