Smoked Eel in Oil Tin from Mexico
Whole smoked eel fillets packed in olive oil within a sealed metal tin, designed for long-term preservation. This product falls under HTS 1604.17.10.00 as prepared eels in airtight containers, meeting the criteria for fish preserved whole or in pieces without mincing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify airtight seal integrity and include lab tests confirming no mincing to avoid reclassification under 1604.19
• Provide commercial invoice detailing species (e.g
• Anguilla rostrata) and preparation method for CBP review
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and shellfish safety standards during import