Frozen Whole Capelin from Japan
Whole capelin fish (Mallotus villosus) frozen in their entirety, including heads, tails, and entrails, suitable for human consumption. Classified under HTS 0303.89.00.58 as frozen capelin, a specific type of other fish excluding fillets and offal. This covers the intact frozen fish as caught.
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
• Verify species identification with scientific name (Mallotus villosus) via documentation to avoid misclassification
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and labeling requirements for frozen fish; include country of origin and harvest details
• Check for section 609 restrictions if sourced from regions with sea turtle bycatch issues, even though primarily for shrimp