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Fresh Iguana Meat from Japan

Fresh iguana meat portions, chilled immediately post-slaughter, classified in HTS 0208.50.00.00 for reptile meat excluding offal or unfit products.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide proof of sustainable farming to satisfy Lacey Act declarations

• Use expedited shipping to preserve freshness and avoid reclassification

• Consult CBP rulings for prior imports of similar iguana products