Smoked Dolphin Jerky from Japan
Thin strips of dolphin meat (Cetacea order) dried and smoked for preservation, popular in some coastal indigenous diets. Classified in HTS 0210.92.01.00 due to its smoked preservation method for these specific marine mammals. Often packaged for retail as a high-protein snack.
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
• Obtain veterinary certificates confirming smokiness prevents spoilage; label species origin accurately to avoid misclassification; watch for quota restrictions on marine mammal imports