Live American Eel (Anguilla rostrata) from Japan
Freshly caught live American eels from North Atlantic waters, transported in aerated tanks for aquaculture or live market sales. Classified under HTS 0301.92.00.00 as live eels of the Anguilla spp., specifically the species native to the Americas. Excludes dead or processed forms which fall into other headings.
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 health certificates confirming disease-free status from exporting country authorities to meet USFWS and FDA import requirements
• Use aerated live haul tanks compliant with DOT regulations for interstate transport; avoid temperature shocks during shipping
• Verify species identification via genetic testing to prevent misclassification as non-Anguilla spp. fish