Frozen Albacore Tuna Steaks from Japan
Frozen transverse cross-sections or steaks from albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga), retaining skin and bone, not considered fillets. HTS 0303.41.00.00 covers such frozen processed tunas excluding true fillets of 0304. Popular for grilling or premium poke bowls.
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%
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'steaks' vs 'fillets' with photos in documentation; CBP distinguishes by bone/skin presence
• Test for histamine levels per FDA guidelines for scombroid species like tuna during import clearance
• Declare block-frozen vs IQF packaging as it affects duty calculation per net drained weight