Canned Mackerel in Brine from Japan
Pacific mackerel fillets preserved in brine inside airtight tin cans, whole or in pieces but not minced. Classified under HTS 1604.19.22.00 for other fish (not tuna/skipjack/yellowtail) in airtight containers without oil.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include detailed ingredient lists and net weight declarations on labels to meet US customs and FDA standards
• Test for histamine levels as required for scombroid species like mackerel to prevent import holds
• Check for country-specific quotas or duties on canned mackerel from Asia-Pacific exporters