Frozen Japanese Unagi Eel Whole
Whole frozen Japanese freshwater eels (Anguilla japonica) imported ungutted from aquaculture farms, used for unagi kabayaki. These are classified under tariff item 0303.26.00 as frozen eels of the genus Anguilla, excluding fillets, meat, and offal.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the eels are filleted for unagi kabayaki preparation
Fillets are classified under heading 03.04.
If the product includes livers, roes, or milt
Edible offal is classified separately under subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the eels are whole and not filleted, as fillets fall under heading 03.04
• Provide species documentation (Anguilla japonica) for customs
• Check for any import restrictions on aquaculture products from the country of origin
Related Products under Tariff item 0303.26.00
Frozen American Eel Fillets Removed
Frozen American eels (Anguilla rostrata) with heads, viscera and fins removed but the carcass intact. These are classified under tariff item 0303.26.00 as frozen eels of the genus Anguilla, excluding fillets and other fish meat of heading 03.04 and edible offal.
Frozen Conger Eel Gutted
Frozen gutted conger eels (Anguilla spp. variants) with heads on and scaled, intended for industrial food processing. These fall under tariff item 0303.26.00 as frozen eels of the genus Anguilla, provided they remain whole or gutted and are not filleted or reduced to meat.
Frozen European Eel Whole
Whole frozen European eels (Anguilla anguilla) from Atlantic waters, presented ungutted and unfilleted for food use. These are classified under tariff item 0303.26.00 as frozen eels of the genus Anguilla, excluding fillets, meat, and offal.
Frozen Farm-Raised Eel Blocks
Bulk frozen blocks of farm-raised Anguilla spp. eels, whole and vacuum-packed for institutional buyers. These are classified under tariff item 0303.26.00 as frozen eels of the genus Anguilla, excluding fillets, meat, and offal.
IQF Frozen Shortfin Eel Portions
Individually quick frozen (IQF) shortfin eels (Anguilla bicolor) in portioned but unfilleted form, tails intact for retail. These are classified under tariff item 0303.26.00 as frozen eels of the genus Anguilla, excluding fillets, meat, and offal.