Frozen Spanish Mackerel Blocks from Japan
10kg blocks of frozen Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus), gutted and gilled for industrial processing. Classified in HTS 0303.54.00.00 as frozen non-filleted mackerel, excluding offal or chapter-prohibited pellets.
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
• Use calibrated thermometers for entry temp verification; segregate from shrimp imports due to section 609 notes; inspect for block integrity to prevent damage claims