Frozen Skipjack Tuna from Japan
Whole frozen skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis), excluding fillets, for human consumption. HTS 0303.89.00 applies as 'other' frozen fish, distinct from albacore or yellowfin in 0303.84.
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
• Differentiate from 0303.84 tunas via scientific naming on all docs
• Maintain -18°C or below temperature logs to confirm frozen compliance
• Avoid bulk shipments mistaken for industrial meal stock