Coated Eel Nuggets
bite-sized eel pieces breaded with panko crumbs, frozen uncooked for appetizers. HTS 1604.17.40.00 covers these as 'similar products' of eel, breaded or battered portions neither cooked nor in oil. Ideal for sushi bars or home use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 10% | +35.0% | 45% |
| š²š½Mexico | 10% | +10.0% | 20% |
| šØš¦Canada | 10% | +10.0% | 20% |
| š©šŖGermany | 10% | +10.0% | 20% |
| šÆšµJapan | 10% | +10.0% | 20% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If tuna instead of eel
Tuna breaded products have dedicated subheadings in 1604.14.
If flavored with sauces or seasonings beyond basic breading
Heavily sauced or spiced preparations become food preparations under 2106.
If dehydrated rather than frozen
Dried leguminous veg-like prep changes chapter; frozen stays in 16.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Use CBP Ruling references for 'nugget' shapes to confirm 1604.17.40.00; sticks vs nuggets rarely differ but document intent
ā¢ Test for allergen labeling (wheat in breading) per FDA; non-compliance leads to holds
ā¢ Source from approved aquaculture farms to bypass CITES if applicable to eel species
Related Products under HTS 1604.17.40.00
Frozen Breaded Eel Fillets
These are eel fillets coated with a breadcrumb batter, frozen without cooking or oil packing, designed for easy frying. Classified under HTS 1604.17.40.00 as prepared eel portions that are breaded but neither cooked nor in oil, fitting the 'fish sticks and similar products' category. They match the subheading for uncooked, uncoated-in-oil eel products.
Battered Eel Fish Sticks
Pre-formed eel sticks coated in tempura-style batter, quick-frozen raw for home cooking. Falls under HTS 1604.17.40.00 for eel-based fish sticks that are batter-coated but not cooked or preserved in oil. This preparation distinguishes it from simple frozen fillets.
Panko-Crusted Eel Portions
Eel loin cuts crusted with Japanese panko breadcrumbs, raw frozen without oil. Precisely matches HTS 1604.17.40.00 for breaded eel 'fillets or other portions' not cooked or oil-packed. Popular in Asian fusion cuisine.
Tempura-Style Eel Strips
Thin eel strips lightly battered in tempura mix, flash-frozen raw. Classed in 1604.17.40.00 as batter-coated eel products of any shape, neither cooked nor in oil. Used in quick-fry Japanese dishes.