Frozen Smooth Skate from Japan

Frozen whole smooth skate (Malacoraja senta), Rajidae, Northeast Atlantic origin, packed in 20kg blocks. HTS 0303.82.00.00 for frozen rays/skates excluding processed forms. Used in fish & chips abroad.

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

• Health certificate from origin vets required; test for parasites common in skates

• Declare exact species to leverage WTO zero rates; generic 'ray' risks higher duty

• Monitor ATPA/GSP eligibility for duty-free entry from qualifying countries