Chilled Yellowedge Grouper Whole from Japan
Deep-water chilled yellowedge grouper (Epinephelus niveatus), fresh from Gulf catches, minimally processed. HTS 0302.89.50.61 applies to this chilled other fish grouper variety.
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
• Comply with NOAA reef fish regulations; include fisherman's log for quota verification
• Ensure packaging prevents crush damage; declare as 'other grouper' if species unspecified
• Avoid pitfall of statistical note confusion – no shrimp provisions apply directly to grouper