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Fresh Chilled Shoal Bass from Japan

Shoal bass (Micropterus cataractae), endangered freshwater species, chilled whole. HTS 0302.89.50.28 applies to this bass as fresh-water fish, per hierarchy.

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

Obtain CITES export/import permits due to conservation status

Limit quantities to avoid wildlife scrutiny

Declare as 'research/sample' if not commercial scale