Harmonized System
U.S. imports of Anchovies, Salted or in Brine, Not Dried or Smoked (HS 030563) totaled $161K in September 2026, imported from 8 countries.
Importers of Anchovies, Salted or in Brine, Not Dried or Smoked paid $21K in duties in September 2026, an average duty rate of 13.24% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Anchovies, Salted or in Brine, Not Dried or Smoked imports of $161K in September 2026 ran 15% below the year-to-date monthly average of $190K.
Last updated: September 2026 dataSalted and brined anchovies — a staple ingredient in Mediterranean, Southeast Asian, and Latin American cuisines — are classified across four US tariff lines that distinguish container size and packaging type: airtight containers at or under 6.8 kg (0305632000), other containers at or under 6.8 kg (0305634000), and bulk or other formats (0305636000), with a legacy line (0305630000) also present. South Korea leads supply, followed by Argentina, Malaysia, China, and Japan — a supplier mix that spans both fermented Asian-style anchovies and European-style salt-packed product. USDA FSIS admissibility requirements apply to all entries. Container weight and airtightness are the operative classification variables, so importers must confirm packaging specifications before filing.
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The distinction reflects historical tariff structure and affects which 10-digit line applies: airtight containers at or under 6.8 kg each fall under 0305632000, while non-airtight containers of the same size fall under 0305634000, and larger or other formats under 0305636000. Importers must confirm both the container's net weight and whether it meets the airtight definition to select the correct line and avoid reclassification.
Lightly salted or brined whole anchovies generally classify here under 0305.63. However, heavily fermented or seasoned anchovy pastes and sauces — where the fish is no longer recognizable as a whole or piece — may classify under Chapter 16 (prepared fish) or Chapter 21 (sauces and condiments). The degree of processing and the form of the fish at import are the key factors; a licensed customs broker should review the product specification.
Subheading 17 of 21 in heading 0305
Subheading 030563 · $161K of $32.9M
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$161KYoY · free account
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—YoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to September 2026, the U.S. imported $2.7M of Anchovies, Salted or in Brine, Not Dried or Smoked.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through September 2026 · exports 1 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
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| 0305634000 | Anchovies in Contnrs Lt=6.8kg Ea, Sltd/Brine NESOI | $23K | 10.00% | 100.00% | $2K |
| 0305632000 | Anchovies, Airtght Contnrs Lt=6.8kg Ea, Sltd/Brine | — | -- | -- | -- |
| 0305636000 | Anchovies, Salted not Dried/Smoked; in Brine NESOI | — | -- | -- | -- |
Imports · September 2026
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South Korea and Malaysia together supply 95% of it. China pays 37.5% duty; Malaysia 10.0%.
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rate provision · imports
duty collected equals 13.24% of imports for consumption.