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Mackerel Balls in Airtight Tin

Seasoned mackerel fish balls formed and preserved in oil-free airtight tins ≤6.8 kg each. Classifies as HTS 1604.20.20.00 fish balls not in oil, airtight container spec.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.16.40.00Higher: 42.5% vs 37.5%

If for anchovies or sea bream

Specific fish species like anchovies have dedicated 'other prepared' codes.

1604.20.60Same rate: 37.5%

If not balls/cakes/puddings

Generic other preserved fish outside balls/cakes/puddings form.

0305.20Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If dried, not preserved wet

Dried fish livers/roe classify in Chapter 3, not prepared.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare exact fish species; mackerel may trigger additional sanitary certs

• Ensure pouches/tins meet BPA-free or FDA container standards

• Monitor for over 6.8kg shippers causing duty escalation