Frozen White Sturgeon from Japan
Frozen whole white sturgeon (Acipenser transmontanus), farmed Pacific species, ungutted. Fits HTS 0303.89.00.13 as sturgeon other fish frozen, not heading 0304 meat or chapter pellet exclusions.
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
• Farmed sturgeon may qualify CITES exemptions—attach aquaculture certification
• Avoid steaking (partial filleting) which triggers 0304 reclassification
• Declare as 'other fish' precisely; undervaluation common in aquaculture imports