Mackerel Fish Puddings

Canned mackerel fish puddings feature emulsified mackerel meat set into pudding form, preserved dry without oil. This fits HTS 1604.20.30.00 for non-oil fish puddings, distinct from oil-packed mackerel in other subheadings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.17Lower: 16% vs 35%

If mixtures of multiple fish species

Fish preparations combining two+ species in 1604.17, not single-species 'other'.

1604.20.40.00Higher: 45% vs 35%

If in oil-added packaging

Any oil content pushes to 'in oil' subheadings regardless of form.

0302.72Lower: 10% vs 35%

If fresh or chilled, unprepared

Raw mackerel in Chapter 3; preservation and forming into pudding qualifies as prepared.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Monitor mercury levels; high in mackerel - include test reports if requested

• Classify based on predominant fish species per subheading note

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