Glazed Frozen Skipjack Tuna Whole from Japan
Whole skipjack tuna individually glazed with 10-15% ice to prevent freezer burn, standard for long-distance shipments. HTS 0303.43.00.00 applies with net weight declared excluding glaze. Glazing common for skipjack export quality maintenance.
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
• Declare glaze percentage separately (e.g
• 12% glaze); net weight basis for duties prevents overpayment; inspect for proper glazing to avoid dehydration claims