Chilled Mako Shark Meat Portions from China
Boneless portions from shortfin mako shark (Isurus oxyrinchus), chilled fresh for sushi or grilling. These trimmed meat pieces qualify as other fish meat from sharks. Precisely matches HTS 0304.56.00.00 for chilled shark products.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Conduct pre-shipment inspections for contaminants like heavy metals common in predatory sharks
• Declare exact shark species on entry documents to avoid penalties for misclassification
• Partner with certified seafood transporters to preserve 'fresh/chilled' status without freezing