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
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
• 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