Gutted Chilled Mackerel Whole Fish from Japan
Head-off, gutted whole mackerel (Scomber scombrus or japonicus) chilled on ice, ready for filleting. Falls precisely under HTS 0302.44.00.00 as fresh/chilled whole mackerel excluding fillets or offal. Popular in European and Asian wholesale fish markets.
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
• Document gutting process to confirm it remains 'whole fish' not qualifying as parts under 0302.91+
• Comply with HACCP plans for seafood imports, including pathogen testing results