0303.89.00.01/Frozen Argentine Sea Smelt/Japan

Frozen Argentine Sea Smelt from Japan

Frozen whole Argentine sea smelts (Hypomesus japonicus), caught in Pacific waters, are classified under HTS 0303.89.00.01 as frozen sea smelts, excluding fillets or meat of heading 0304. They are typically sold ungutted for food processing or direct consumption.

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

• Verify species identification via scientific name to confirm sea smelt classification and avoid misclassification as freshwater smelts

• Provide catch certificates and comply with FDA seafood HACCP requirements for frozen fish imports

• Check for Section 609 restrictions if sourced from regions with shrimp bycatch concerns, even for finfish