Canned Mussel and Sardine Stew

Shelf-stable canned stew blending mussels with sardine fish meat in tomato broth. HTS 1605.53.05.00 covers such preserved products containing fish and mollusc meat.

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.

1604.13.10Same rate: 35%

If sardines predominant

Sardine-packed products primarily classify under fish heading 1604.13.

2005Lower: 21.2% vs 35%

If tomato-based preserves

If tomato sauce dominates, may shift to vegetable preparations.

1605.53Same rate: 35%

If mussels only, no fish

Excluding fish meat routes to specific mussel subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit FDA Prior Notice for all canned seafood 72 hours before arrival

Ensure cans meet low-acid food processing standards with sterilization records

Specify 'prepared meals' on entry summary to avoid pure preserve classification