0303.89.00/Frozen European Pilchards/Japan

Frozen European Pilchards from Japan

Whole frozen European pilchards (Sardina pilchardus), excluding fillets and offal, destined for human food use. While sardines are noted, this fits 0303.89.00 as 'other' unless precisely matching prior specifics; often grouped here for non-exact matches.

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

• Cross-check against 0303.83 for exact Sardina pilchardus; use DNA testing if disputed

• Include fishing vessel details and frozen date in commercial invoice