Fresh Chilled Eel (Anguilla spp.) from Japan
Fresh or chilled European eels (Anguilla anguilla) or similar Anguilla species, whole and ungutted. Classified in HTS 0302.79.50.76 as 'other' eels excluding offal of 0302.91-0302.99 and not fitting other specific categories.
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
• Check CITES Appendix listings for Anguilla species requiring permits for endangered eels
• Provide detailed species identification to avoid confusion with non-qualifying eels
• Ensure no binders or processing that could classify as pellets under chapter notes