Frozen Tiger Shark from Japan
Frozen whole tiger shark (Galeocerdo cuvier), large requiem shark used in Asian markets for meat. Classified HTS 0303.81.00 as frozen sharks, excluding processed meat. Whole carcass imports.
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
• Screen against US prohibited shark species; use food-grade packaging for meat safety; document size/weight for quota compliance