Fresh Sevruga Sturgeon Caviar from Japan

Fresh roe harvested from Sevruga sturgeon (Acipenser stellatus), known for smaller, firmer grains ideal for canapés. This product is classified in HTS 0302.91.20.00 specifically for fresh or chilled sturgeon roe as part of edible fish offal.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

25%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Source from CITES-approved farms with export permits to prevent customs holds on wild-caught Sevruga

Use insulated shipping with continuous temperature monitoring under 4°C to qualify as chilled

Declare exact sturgeon species on entry to avoid reclassification or penalties for vague descriptions