Breaded Eel Fish Sticks
Frozen eel fish sticks that are breaded and pre-cooked, typically sold in retail packs for quick meals. They fall under HTS 1604.17.50.00 as prepared eel portions in the form of fish sticks, breaded but not minced. This classification covers other breaded eel products beyond basic fillets.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 7.5% | +37.5% | 45% |
| š²š½Mexico | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
| šØš¦Canada | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not breaded or coated, just cooked eel fillets
Plain cooked or smoked eel without breading falls under other prepared eel subheadings outside the breaded category.
If frozen raw eel fillets without any preparation
Raw or frozen unprepared eel moves to Chapter 3 for fresh or frozen fish, not prepared products.
If in specific forms like blocks or slabs rather than sticks
Certain enumerated shapes of breaded eel have dedicated subheadings, differentiating from 'other'.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify species as eel (Anguilla spp.) via commercial invoice and certificates of origin to match HTS 1604.17
ā¢ Provide processing details showing breading or batter coating; lack of documentation may lead to reclassification as raw fillets
ā¢ Comply with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and labeling for allergens like wheat in breading
Related Products under HTS 1604.17.50.00
Battered Eel Nuggets
bite-sized eel pieces coated in batter and fried, packaged for convenience stores. Classified under HTS 1604.17.50.00 for other breaded or batter-coated eel portions of any size or shape. Excludes minced products per chapter notes.
Breaded Eel Fillet Portions
Individually quick-frozen eel fillets coated with breadcrumbs for gourmet dishes. HTS 1604.17.50.00 applies to these 'other' breaded eel portions, distinct from whole or minced fish. Meets subheading note for prepared species from Chapter 3.
Coated Eel Patties
Round eel patties breaded and par-fried for burgers or appetizers. Falls under HTS 1604.17.50.00 as other similarly prepared eel portions, not minced per hierarchy. Ideal for foodservice imports.
Tempura-Style Eel Bites
Lightly battered eel chunks in tempura style, frozen for Asian cuisine. HTS 1604.17.50.00 covers these batter-coated eel pieces as 'other' prepared products. Aligns with chapter definitions for non-minced fish.
Crispy Breaded Eel Fingers
Long, thin eel fingers with crispy breadcrumb coating, kid-friendly snack. Under HTS 1604.17.50.00 for fish sticks-like breaded eel of any shape. Excludes caviar substitutes per heading scope.
Seasoned Breaded Eel Chunks
Eel chunks breaded with spices for stir-fry bases. Fits HTS 1604.17.50.00 'other' breaded eel, emphasizing coating preparation. Per notes, same species as Chapter 3 eels.