Fresh Chilled Shortfin Mako Shark from Japan
Shortfin mako (Isurus oxyrinchus) is a high-value shark imported fresh or chilled for premium steaks due to its mild flavor. Falls under HTS 0302.81.00 for chilled sharks, not processed fillets or dried products.
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
• CITES Appendix II requires import/export permits; label with scientific name for customs; ensure not eviscerated to avoid offal classification