Whole Pickled Eel in Glass Jar from China
Whole eels pickled in vinegar and spices, hermetically sealed in glass jars for preservation. This qualifies for HTS 1604.17.10.00 as eels in airtight containers, prepared but not minced.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Conduct country-specific documentation checks, as some eel species face CITES restrictions
• Use ISF filing 24 hours prior to loading for smooth customs clearance
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as fresh by providing processing certificates