Glazed Frozen Horse Mackerel from Japan
Horse mackerel (Trachurus trachurus) frozen with 10% ice glaze to prevent freezer burn, packed in master cartons. Fits HTS 0303.55.00.00 for frozen jack/horse mackerel, whole form, not pellets or fillets.
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
• Declare glaze percentage accurately (e.g
• 10% glaze, 90% fish) for correct duty base
• Provide lab analysis if CBP suspects additives beyond glaze