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%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
• Cross-check against 0303.83 for exact Sardina pilchardus; use DNA testing if disputed
• Include fishing vessel details and frozen date in commercial invoice