0303.89.00.49/Frozen Mullet for Bait/Japan

Frozen Mullet for Bait from Japan

Frozen whole mullet packaged specifically for use as fishing bait, not human consumption. Still classified under HTS 0303.89.0049 as frozen mullet, excluding fillets/offal, regardless of end use.

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

• Label clearly as 'not for human consumption' to bypass some FDA seafood rules, but still needs APHIS if live parasites concern

• Declare end use on entry; bait imports may qualify for lower scrutiny but watch CITES if endangered mullet subspecies