Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce from Germany
Whole sardines packed in tomato sauce within airtight cans, prepared and preserved without oil. This product falls under HTS 1604.19.22.00 as it consists of fish in pieces, not minced, in airtight containers, and not in oil, specifically under the 'other' category excluding yellowtail.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify species identification and ensure labeling complies with FDA seafood HACCP requirements for preserved fish products
• Provide certificates of origin and processing details to confirm not packed in oil, avoiding misclassification
• Be aware of potential antidumping duties on sardines from certain countries like Morocco or Thailand