Frozen Yellowfin Tuna for Canning from Japan
Frozen yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) in forms suitable for canning industry, such as large pieces or irregular cuts, not filleted. HTS 0303.42.00.60 'other' captures these industrial-grade frozen tunas. Used pre-cook for shelf-stable products.
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
• Bond for duty drawback if re-exported as canned tuna; track under 19 CFR 190
• Test for histamine levels per FDA guide for scombroid species like tuna
• Avoid misdeclaring as offal (0303.91)—focus on prime meat content