Frozen Albacore Tuna Loins from Japan
Frozen loins from albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga), trimmed of head, viscera, and tail, packed in bulk for further processing. Classified under HTS 0303.41.00.00 as frozen whole or processed albacore tuna excluding fillets and offal. Ideal for sashimi slicing or canning.
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
• Verify species identification via scientific name (Thunnus alalunga) with FDA prior notice and import alerts for seafood safety
• Ensure proper cold chain documentation showing temperature below -18°C to avoid reclassification as fresh under 0302
• Obtain catch certificates to comply with MSC sustainability standards and avoid antidumping duties on certain tuna