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