Frozen Eel (Anguilla japonica) from Japan
Whole frozen Japanese eel (Anguilla spp.), excluding 0304 meat, a premium sushi ingredient. HTS 0303.29.01 for listed frozen eels not further processed.
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
• CITES permits if wild-caught; declare farm-raised status
• Ensure no filleting; US Customs scrutinizes eel for processing level
• Temperature records critical to maintain 'frozen' status