Frozen Whole Bluefin Tuna for Sashimi from Japan
Premium frozen whole Atlantic or Pacific bluefin tuna destined for high-end sashimi markets, super-frozen immediately post-catch. HTS 0303.45.01 applies to these frozen whole specimens of Thunnus thynnus or Thunnus orientalis, prior to filleting.
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
• Use ICCAT quota certificates for Atlantic bluefin; maintain cold chain documentation showing -40°F or colder; label with scientific name and catch location