Eel in Tomato Sauce Can

Eel chunks simmered in tomato sauce, sealed in airtight cans for preservation. Under HTS 1604.17.10.00 as prepared eels in airtight containers, pieces not minced.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China4%+35.0%39%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico4%+10.0%14%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada4%+10.0%14%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany4%+10.0%14%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan4%+10.0%14%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.19Lower: 16% vs 39%

If in non-airtight flexible pouches

Packaging type dictates airtight vs general prepared fish.

2104.10.00Lower: 20.7% vs 39%

If sauce-dominant with minimal eel

Soups/broths with fish as ingredient shift to Chapter 21.

0305.59.00Lower: 35% vs 39%

If dried unsmoked fillets only

Simple dried fish without preservation medium in Chapter 3.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• FDA low-acid canned food registration mandatory for sauce-packed products

• Detail sauce composition to confirm not reclassifying as prepared sauce

• Inspect for container corrosion risks during ocean transit