Fresh Chilled European Eel (Anguilla anguilla) from Japan
Whole European eels (Anguilla spp.), fresh or chilled, whole fish excluding fillets. HTS 0302.79.50 covers this as 'other' listed species. Subject to strict quotas due to overfishing concerns.
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
• Secure CITES permits if applicable for endangered eel stocks
• Include genetic testing results for species verification
• Monitor EU export bans that may affect supply chains