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

10%

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

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

Frozen Eel (Anguilla japonica) from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0303.29.01