Iced Skipjack Tuna Loins Whole from Japan
'Loins' referring to trunk sections of skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) with head/tail removed, but still considered whole fish preparations when not filleted. HTS 0302.33.00.00 applies to fresh/chilled skipjack excluding true 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%
Import Tips
• Clarify 'loin' cuts are not boneless fillets with photos/diagrams for customs
• Maintain ice coverage documentation to prove chilled status
• Batch by size/weight for accurate valuation