Rehydrated Shark Fin for Restaurants
Pre-soaked and rehydrated shark fins in pieces, preserved for immediate restaurant use. Classified in HTS 1604.18.90.00 as other shark fins, prepared but whole or in pieces.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 6% | +37.5% | 43.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| šØš¦Canada | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 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 from basking or whale sharks
Endangered species like basking shark have distinct subheadings.
If simply dried, not rehydrated
Dried without further prep stays in Chapter 3.
If sold as soup stock with seasonings
Addition of flavors makes it a prepared soup in Chapter 21.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code ā and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Declare end-use as foodservice to qualify for potential lower duties or quotas
ā¢ Provide lab tests for mercury levels, as sharks bioaccumulate toxins
ā¢ Avoid retail packaging to prevent consumer product labeling requirements
Related Products under HTS 1604.18.90.00
Dried Shark Fin Soup Base
Dried shark fins prepared and preserved for use in traditional Asian soups, processed into pieces but not minced. Classified under HTS 1604.18.90.00 as 'other' shark fins that are whole or in pieces, falling within heading 1604 for prepared fish excluding caviar.
Frozen Prepared Shark Fin Strips
Shark fins cleaned, soaked, and cut into strips, then frozen for preservation without mincing. This product fits HTS 1604.18.90.00 as 'other' shark fins in pieces, prepared or preserved under heading 1604.
Canned Shark Fin in Brine
Shark fins cooked and packed in brine in cans, maintained in pieces for culinary use. Under HTS 1604.18.90.00 as other prepared shark fins, not minced, per Chapter 16 for preserved fish.
Shark Fin Chunks in Oil
Shark fin pieces preserved in edible oil, ready for cooking, not minced. Fits HTS 1604.18.90.00 for other prepared shark fins in pieces under preserved fish heading.
Processed Blue Shark Fin Pieces
Blue shark fins treated with lime and cut into pieces, preserved for export. HTS 1604.18.90.00 covers these as other shark fins, prepared or preserved in pieces.
Shark Fin Medallions Preserved
Shark fins shaped into medallions and preserved dry, in pieces not minced. Under HTS 1604.18.90.00 as other prepared shark fins per Chapter 16 definitions.