Live Wild-Caught Southern Bluefin Tuna from Japan
Wild-caught live Southern Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus maccoyii) transported alive from fishing grounds to ranching sites. Precisely matches HTS 0301.95.00.00 for this species in live form, excluding frozen or filleted products. Common in purse-seine capture for live transfer.
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
• Provide catch certificates under CCSBT traceability program; use aerated transport vessels
• Inspect for parasites before entry
• Common pitfall: incorrect species declaration leading to seizures