Sardine-Size Sprats in Canola Oil from Mexico
European sprat (Sprattus sprattus) packed like sardines in canola oil, over 7.5 kg bulk for processing. HTS 1604.19.61.00 covers these small Clupeidae fish as 'other' preserved in oil.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify regional variant (Baltic vs North Sea) for accurate tariff application
• Ensure cans are 'immediate' with no retail labeling to qualify as bulk
• Monitor omega-3 claims; require lab verification for marketing compliance