Frozen Pacific Bluefin Tuna Whole Fish from Japan

Whole frozen Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis) caught in the Pacific Ocean, typically weighing 50-200 kg per fish. This product is classified under HTS 0303.45.0150 as it matches the specific species Thunnus orientalis, frozen excluding fillets or meat of heading 0304. It excludes edible offal covered in subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify species identification with scientific documentation or DNA testing to confirm Thunnus orientalis and avoid reclassification

Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide certificates of origin for quota or antidumping considerations

Label accurately as 'frozen whole Pacific bluefin tuna' to prevent customs disputes over processing state

Frozen Pacific Bluefin Tuna Whole Fish from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0303.45.01.50