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Frozen Eel Fillets from Japan

Frozen skinless fillets from Anguilla spp. eels, such as American or Japanese eel. HTS 0304.69.00.00 covers these as 'other' frozen fillets of specified species. Prized in sushi and unagi dishes.

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

Provide CITES Appendix II permits for Anguilla rostrata (American eel) due to endangered status

Ensure traceability docs from capture to freezing to meet Lacey Act declarations

Test for eel-specific parasites; positive results may block entry under FDA import alerts

Frozen Eel Fillets from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0304.69.00.00