0302.89.50.28/Fresh Chilled Black Sea Bass (Freshwater Variant)/Japan

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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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