Blacktip Shark Fins in Aluminum Can from China
Sustainably sourced blacktip shark fins, whole pieces preserved in broth within airtight aluminum cans. Specifically classified under HTS 1604.18.10.00 for shark fins in airtight containers, aligning with chapter notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Source from CITES-approved fisheries to expedite clearance
• Photograph cans pre-shipment proving airtight seal
• Avoid 'fin soup' generic terms; specify 'whole fins' in docs