Fresh Chilled Southern Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus maccoyii) from China
Premium whole fresh or chilled southern bluefin tuna from southern oceans, highly valued in Japanese markets. Falls under HTS 0302.39.02.00 for other Thunnus tunas, excluding offal or fillets, often air-shipped for sushi.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Secure ICCAT quota allocations and export licenses due to strict international management
• Use refrigerated air freight with temperature logs to prove 'chilled' status upon US entry
• Declare weight accurately (girth x length formula) to match customs valuation