Agostino Recca Anchovies in Pure Olive Oil

Sicilian anchovies cured and packed in pure olive oil in airtight aluminum tins, ideal for gourmet appetizers and Caesar dressings. This fits HTS 1604.16.20.00 as prepared anchovies, whole or in pieces, specifically in oil and airtight containers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

1605Lower: 10% vs 35%

If sold as part of a seafood set

When anchovies are packaged with other aquatic invertebrates like octopus in oil, it may classify as a composite set.

0710.80.97Higher: 49.9% vs 35%

If dried and not oil-preserved

Dried anchovies without oil preservation fall under vegetables/legumes temporarily preserved, not prepared fish.

1604.16Same rate: 35%

If in vinegar rather than oil

Anchovy subheadings differentiate by preservation medium, with vinegar having a separate airtight category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide detailed commercial invoice specifying 'anchovies in oil, airtight' to avoid customs reclassification

• Ensure compliance with EU export certificates if sourcing from Italy, transferable to FDA prior notice