Rolled Anchovy Fillets with Capers from Japan
Anchovy fillets rolled around capers, preserved in olive oil. Still classified as anchovies in pieces under HTS 1604.16.60.00, as the primary fish component determines heading.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare caper content separately if over 15%; may affect valuation but not HTS
• FDA import alert 16-125 for scombroid toxin applies; test samples proactively
• Avoid set classification if sold individually; bulk shipments risk parts heading