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Frozen Pond Smelt from Japan

Frozen whole pond smelt (Hypomesus olidus), a small freshwater smelt used in Asian cuisines and as bait. Fits HTS 0303.89.00.04 as other frozen smelts, whole excluding fillets or meat.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include lab analysis if blended species to confirm smelt dominance for this subheading

Comply with FDA seafood HACCP plans for frozen fish imports to avoid holds