0303.81.00/Frozen Shortfin Mako Shark/Japan

Frozen Shortfin Mako Shark from Japan

Frozen whole shortfin mako shark (Isurus oxyrinchus), prized for sport fishing and culinary use. Covered by HTS 0303.81.00 as frozen sharks, whole and unfilleted. Excludes edible offal subheadings.

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

• Secure advance CITES documentation for Appendix II species; photograph whole fish upon packing for verification; avoid partial thawing to prevent duty disputes