Canned Tuna Fish Can from Japan
Small tin-coated steel can for tuna, capacity less than 50L, sealed by crimping or soldering for shelf-stable packing. HTS 7310.21.00 applies to these food-grade iron/steel cans without any mechanical features. Designed for high-pressure canning processes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Comply with FDA seafood packing material rules; provide can seam integrity test results
• Declare exact capacity and closure method on commercial invoice to match 7310.21.00 precisely
• Avoid shipping with contents to prevent perishable goods duties overriding container classification