Fresh Chilled Japanese Jack Mackerel
Fresh or chilled Trachurus japonicus, commonly known as Japanese jack mackerel, is a pelagic fish caught in Pacific waters, imported whole for markets. This product is classified under tariff item 0302.45.00 as a Trachurus species, fresh or chilled, and is fit for human consumption.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fish is frozen
Frozen fish falls under a different chapter heading for frozen products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fish is chilled, not frozen, to qualify for this tariff item
• Provide a commercial invoice with the scientific name Trachurus japonicus
• Verify that the fish is fit for human consumption to avoid exclusion under chapter note 1(c)
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