0302.33.00.00/Chilled Skipjack Tuna in Bulk for Canning/Japan

Chilled Skipjack Tuna in Bulk for Canning from Japan

Bulk-packed chilled skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis), lightly dressed (gilled and gutted) for transport to canneries. Falls under HTS 0302.33.00.00 as fresh/chilled whole skipjack excluding offal or fillets.

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

• Ensure bulk packaging prevents damage; include weight certificates for duty calculation

• Comply with USDA/APHIS if any risk of contaminants; test for heavy metals common in tuna

• Declare intended use as canning input to facilitate customs processing