Fresh Chilled Porbeagle Shark Fins from Japan
Edible fins from porbeagle sharks (Lamna nasus), fresh or chilled, valued in Asian cuisines for their texture in soups. Falls under 0302.92.00.00 as specific shark fins within fresh/chilled fish offal category.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Check origin country quotas under international shark fin trade agreements to prevent import bans
• Use insulated containers with ice for transport to maintain chilled condition without freezing
• Document species identification via DNA testing if required by customs for verification