0210.93.00.00/Brined Alligator Tail Meat/Japan

Brined Alligator Tail Meat from Japan

Brined tail meat from American alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) is preserved in saltwater brine, used in Southern US dishes. It qualifies for HTS 0210.93.00.00 as reptile meat in brine, fit for human consumption per chapter exclusions.

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%

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Import Tips

• Verify farmed source with aquaculture certification to avoid CITES; include salinity proof for 'in brine' status

• Comply with FSIS residue testing for antibiotics; declare full container weight including brine