IQF Frozen Albacore Tuna Chunks from Japan
Individually quick frozen (IQF) chunks or cubes from albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga), skin-on with some bone, for retail packs. Remains under HTS 0303.41.00.00 as not meeting fillet definition of heading 0304. Used in frozen seafood salads or stir-fries.
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
• IQF products require proof of individual freezing to qualify for faster customs processing
• Include net weight excluding glaze/block ice per FDA seafood HACCP requirements
• Avoid retail packaging that might trigger GSP exclusions or additional marking duties