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0303.59.00.00/Frozen Scads/Japan

Frozen Scads from Japan

Whole frozen scads (Decapterus spp.) under HTS 0303.59.00.00 as listed species excluding fillets. Tropical fish used in bait fisheries and dried fish production.

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%
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Import Tips

• Common misclassification risk - ensure scientific name verification for Decapterus spp

• High histamine risk - ensure rapid freezing post-catch and cold chain maintenance

• Popular bait fish - specify end-use on commercial invoice for proper duty treatment