Bulk Sardines in Olive Oil from China
Commercial-grade canned sardines packed in olive oil, sold in immediate containers exceeding 7 kg total weight for food service and wholesale distribution. These are prepared whole or in pieces, not minced, qualifying under HTS 1604.19.61.00 as preserved fish in oil in bulk packaging. Excludes retail-sized cans under 7 kg.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify container net weight exceeds 7 kg including contents to avoid reclassification to retail subheadings
• Provide species certification (e.g
• Sardina pilchardus) and ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations
• Label with country of origin, oil type, and 'not for retail sale' to prevent misclassification pitfalls