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+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.

1604.16.40.00Higher: 40% vs 35%

If for anchovies or sea bream

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

1604.20.60Same rate: 35%

If not balls/cakes/puddings

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

0305.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If dried, not preserved wet

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

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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