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Fresh Chilled Black Sea Bass (Freshwater Variant) from Japan

Freshwater-adapted black sea bass (Centropristis striata), chilled and whole for market. Under 0302.89.50.28 as freshwater bass per trade descriptions, excluding heading 0304 products.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Differentiate freshwater variants in documentation to secure correct subheading

Test for heavy metals common in bass species per FDA guidelines

Avoid bulk packing without ventilation to prevent spoilage claims

Fresh Chilled Black Sea Bass (Freshwater Variant) from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0302.89.50.28