Fresh Chilled Nassau Grouper from Japan
Premium fresh chilled Nassau grouper (Epinephelus striatus), whole fish suitable for sushi-grade markets, chilled not frozen. Precisely under HTS 0302.89.50.61 for other chilled grouper excluding fillets.
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
• Check CITES Appendix II status for Nassau grouper; obtain non-detriment finding from origin
• Use vacuum-sealed bags in chilled containers; provide lab tests for histamine levels