Commercial Mackerel in Soybean Oil

Preserved Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus) in soybean oil, packaged in large 10 kg cans for institutional use. Meets HTS 1604.19.61.00 criteria as other fish (not tuna/salmon) whole or in pieces, in oil, bulk over 7 kg. Ideal for catering and processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1604.14Lower: 16% vs 35%

If skipjack or yellowfin tuna

Specific tuna species redirect to 1604.14 subheadings, even in bulk oil packs.

1604.19Same rate: 35%

If in tomato sauce or other medium, not oil

Packing medium other than oil classifies under different 1604.19 subheadings.

1605Lower: 10% vs 35%

If sold as a set with vegetables or other foods

Assortments with non-fish components move to Chapter 16 heading 1605 for prepared mixtures.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include lot traceability and oil composition analysis to meet USDA/FSIS import requirements

Avoid mixed species packs; declare exact fish type to prevent duty disputes

Use food-grade containers certified for bulk oil-packed goods to dodge contamination rejections

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