Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

The HS Code 16041422: A Comprehensive Guide

The HS Code 16041422 refers to tunas and skipjack that are not in oil and are packed in airtight containers. These products must not exceed 7 kilograms and should not come from U.S. possessions. Additionally, the product must fall within the quota set for its import. This code is used to classify and regulate the trade of these particular fish products.

One important aspect to consider when dealing with trade barriers is the bound / MFN duty rate. In the case of HS Code 16041422, the duty rate is set at 6%. This means that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This ensures fair and equal treatment in international trade.

The quantity unit for HS Code 16041422 is kilograms (KG). This standard unit of measurement allows for accurate and consistent trade calculations and transactions.

There are various special tariff preference programs associated with HS Code 16041422. These programs offer different duty rates and benefits for imports of these fish products. The programs include:

• Free: Only imports from least-developed beneficiary developing countries eligible for GSP (Generalized System of Preferences) under that subheading receive duty-free treatment.
• Australia Special Rate
• Bahrain Special Rate
• NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement) for Canada (duty-free treatment)
• Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) (duty-free treatment)
• Israel Special Rate (duty-free treatment)
• Jordan Special Rate
• Morocco Special Rate
• NAFTA for Mexico
• Oman Special Rate
• Singapore Special Rate
• Chile Special Rate
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA)
• Peru Special Rate
• Caribbean Basin Trade Partnership Act (CBTPA)

When it comes to importing HS Code 16041422 into the United States, the data shows that the state of South Dakota is the primary destination. It is important for importers to be aware of the specific regulations and requirements set by the state and federal authorities when bringing in these fish products.

On the other hand, the state of Maine is the primary exporter of HS Code 16041422 from the United States. Maine's rich fishing industry and access to the Atlantic Ocean make it a significant player in the export of tunas and skipjack packed in airtight containers.

understanding the HS Code 16041422 is crucial for anyone involved in the trade of tunas and skipjack fish products. This code allows for proper classification, regulation, and fair treatment in international trade. Importers and exporters should be familiar with the duty rates, special tariff preference programs, and specific regulations set by the respective countries and states involved in the trade of these products.