Sardine Paste from Germany

Spreadable paste from minced sardines in tomato or plain, used on toast or in recipes. Classified as HTS 1604.20.10.00 for preserved fish pastes. The mincing and preservation process fits the paste subheading.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

File FDA prior notice 72 hours before arrival for fish products

Confirm oil content doesn't exceed limits pushing to other preserved categories

Use retail packaging to distinguish from bulk industrial paste