0303.29.01/Frozen Eel (Anguilla japonica)/Japan

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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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