Iced Whole Chub Mackerel (Scomber japonicus) from Japan
Whole chub mackerel (Scomber japonicus) packed in ice for air freight, maintaining chilled condition. Specifically covered by HTS 0302.44.00.00 for the named mackerel species in fresh or chilled form. Widely imported for canning industry or direct retail.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include bills of lading specifying 'chilled on ice' to support classification over frozen
• Test for histamine levels as required for scombroid species like mackerel
• Register with FDA's seafood import monitoring if from high-risk sources