Fresh Chilled Oceanic Whitetip Shark Fins from Japan
Fins from oceanic whitetip sharks (Carcharhinus longimanus), fresh/chilled despite protected status in some fisheries. 0302.92.00.00 applies to edible forms.
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
• Highly regulated; verify IUCN status and obtain special authorizations
• Chain of custody docs essential for protected species imports
• Risk of confiscation without pre-clearance from USFWS