Tuna Fish Cakes in Olive Oil
Canned tuna fish cakes packed in olive oil, formed into patties and ready for consumption. This product falls under HTS 1604.20.15.00 as it consists of prepared tuna fish shaped into cakes and preserved in oil.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not formed into cakes but packed as plain tuna chunks
Plain prepared tuna (not shaped into balls, cakes or puddings) falls under specific tuna subheadings in 1604.14.
If packed in water or sauce instead of oil
The 'in oil' specification moves it out of general prepared fish not in oil.
If frozen fillets, not prepared or preserved
Unprepared frozen fish remains in Chapter 3; preparation and preservation shifts to Chapter 16.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify species identification and ensure labeling complies with FDA seafood regulations for prepared fish products
ā¢ Provide certificate of origin if from freely associated states to potentially qualify for duty-free entry under general note 10(c)
ā¢ Avoid misclassification as plain tuna fillets by confirming the product is formed into cakes, not just flaked
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