The HS Code 16041430 refers to tunas and skipjack fish that are not preserved in oil. These fish are packed in airtight containers and have a net weight not exceeding 7 kilograms. This HS code specifically excludes fish originating from U.S. possessions and those imported over the quota limit.
When it comes to trade barriers and market access, countries have to maintain a consistent approach. This means that whenever a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up its market, it must do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This principle is known as the Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate, which is set at 12.5% for this particular HS code.
The quantity unit for this HS code is kilograms (KG), indicating that the weight of the fish is measured in this unit.
There are also special tariff preference programs associated with this HS code. The following countries and regions offer preferential treatment for imports under this HS code:
Under the special tariff preference program, the duty rates vary depending on the country or region of import. For example, imports from least-developed beneficiary developing countries under this subheading are eligible for duty-free treatment. Australia, Bahrain, Canada (under NAFTA), Africa (under AGOA), Israel, Jordan, Morocco, Mexico (under NAFTA), and Oman have their own specific duty rates mentioned.
Regarding importing US states, the data provided does not specify any particular states that import this product. However, for exporting US states, Maine is listed as a potential exporter of tunas and skipjack fish under this HS code.
HS Code 16041430 covers the import of tunas and skipjack fish, not preserved in oil, and packed in airtight containers. The duty rates under the Most Favored Nation principle are set at 12.5%. Various special tariff preference programs exist, offering duty-free treatment or specific duty rates for imports from specific countries or regions. While South Dakota is listed as an importing state, Maine is mentioned as a potential exporting state for this product.