Frozen Headed and Gutted Skipjack Tuna from Japan
Frozen skipjack tuna that has been headed and gutted but remains otherwise whole, commonly used in canning industry. Classified under HTS 0303.43.00.00 as frozen skipjack excluding fillets and offal. Preparation does not constitute filleting or meat separation.
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
• Provide processing certificates showing only heading/gutting occurred to prevent reclassification as fillets; ensure continuous frozen chain with temperature logs; watch for moisture loss claims by accurately declaring block-frozen weight