Frozen Gilled and Gutted Southern Bluefin Tuna from Japan
Frozen Southern bluefin tuna processed by removing gills and entrails while keeping the head, fins, and body intact for optimal freshness. This falls under HTS 0303.46.00.00 as frozen whole tunas excluding fillets, suitable for loining or direct sushi use. It's a standard form for premium Japanese imports.
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
• Maintain -60°C core temperature logs to prevent thawing reclassification; declare exact processing state on entry docs; avoid bulk packaging that mimics pellets under chapter notes