Tilapia Fish Patties
Ready-to-cook tilapia fish patties are blended tilapia with vegetables and spices, steamed or baked without oil addition. HTS 1604.20.30.00 includes these as 'other' fish cakes not in oil, per chapter notes excluding Chapter 3 species.
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 anchovies or sardines base
Sardine/anchovy patties have dedicated subheadings in 1604.16.
If pickled in vinegar, not cooked
Acid-preserved fish mixtures go to Chapter 20 for fruits/vegetables preparations.
If smoked, not further prepared
Simply smoked tilapia remains in Chapter 3; cooking into patties advances to 1604.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Test for antibiotics common in tilapia farming; provide residue certificates if from Asia
ā¢ Use 'Country of Origin' labeling per COOL for retail fish products
ā¢ Ensure packaging specifies 'not in oil' to match subheading exactly
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