Fresh Chilled Albacore Tuna (Thunnus alalunga)
Whole fresh or chilled albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga), a species of the genus Thunnus, presented whole and not filleted or otherwise processed. It is classified under this tariff item as an 'other' tuna, excluding edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fish is frozen rather than fresh or chilled
Frozen tuna falls under heading 03.03, which covers fish frozen, excluding fillets.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fish is presented whole and not filleted to qualify for this tariff item; fillets fall under heading 03.04
• Declare the species as Thunnus alalunga on customs documents
• Verify that the fish is fit for human consumption, as unfit fish are classified under Chapter 5
Related Products under Tariff item 0302.39.00
Fresh Chilled Bigeye Tuna Steaks (Thunnus obesus)
Fresh or chilled bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) presented as whole fish or in cuts that are not fillets, such as steaks. As a species of the genus Thunnus not elsewhere specified, it falls under this 'other' tariff item, provided it is not processed to the fillet stage.
Fresh Chilled Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus thynnus)
Whole fresh or chilled bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus), a species of the genus Thunnus, presented whole and not filleted. This tariff item covers 'other' tunas, excluding edible offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99, and the fish is fit for human consumption.
Fresh Chilled Pacific Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus orientalis)
Whole fresh or chilled Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis), a species of the genus Thunnus, presented whole and not filleted. It is classified under this 'other' tariff item, excluding edible offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99, and is fit for human consumption.
Fresh Chilled Southern Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus maccoyii)
Whole fresh or chilled southern bluefin tuna (Thunnus maccoyii), a species of the genus Thunnus, presented whole and not filleted. This tariff item covers 'other' tunas, excluding edible offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99, and the fish is fit for human consumption.