Frozen Frog Legs from Japan
IQF (individually quick frozen) frog legs from edible frog species, stored at -18°C for long-term preservation. While the query HTS is for fresh/chilled, these are noted as alternatives but primarily classify nearby; however, for completeness, fresh variants exclude this—strictly fresh/chilled per code.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• For fresh/chilled imports, ensure no freezing occurs; test shipments for core temperature to confirm status
• Comply with USDA/FSIS prior notice requirements for animal products at entry
• Watch for quota inapplicability—frogs not subject to beef quotas in US notes