Ortiz Anchovies in Olive Oil from Japan
Hand-filleted Spanish anchovies cured and packed in premium olive oil, in 1.98 oz tins totaling less than 6.8 kg. Classifies under HTS 1604.16.40.00 as prepared whole or piece anchovies in small consumer containers.
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%
Import Tips
• Label jars/tins clearly as 'anchovy fillets in oil' with net weight to confirm small container status
• Ensure no mincing occurred during processing; whole pieces only for this code
• Watch for EU origin docs if claiming preferences; common pitfall is incorrect species declaration