Canned Bonito in Water from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify species certification as Sarda spp. (bonito) to avoid misclassification with tunas
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA seafood HACCP and country of origin requirements
• Check for Section 609 restrictions if any shrimp byproducts are involved in processing