Tinplate Sardine Can from Japan
A small cylindrical tinplate can with a capacity under 50 liters, designed for packing sardines and closed by soldering or crimping the lid. It falls under HTS 7310.21.00 as a steel can for food preservation without mechanical equipment. The seamless body and solder-sealable seam ensure airtight closure for long-term storage.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify can capacity is under 50L and lacks mechanical/thermal fittings to avoid reclassification to 7310.10
• Provide mill test certificates for tinplate steel to confirm compliance with food contact regulations like FDA standards
• Label cans with material composition to prevent customs disputes over iron/steel purity