1604.16.40.00/King Oscar Anchovies in Capers/Japan

King Oscar Anchovies in Capers from Japan

Norwegian anchovy fillets lightly salted and topped with capers in olive oil, 2 oz can under 6.8 kg. Meets HTS 1604.16.40.00 for small-container preserved anchovies in pieces, not minced.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Document addition of capers as flavoring only; must not alter primary anchovy classification

• Use precise weighing for entry declaration to stay under 6.8 kg limit

• Avoid generic 'fish paste' labeling which could trigger 1604.20 misclassification