Frozen Minced Eel Meat in 15 kg Containers from Japan
Frozen minced eel (Anguilla spp.) meat packed in 15 kg immediate containers for unagi product bases. Falls under HTS 0304.93.10.10 as frozen minced fish meat of specified species in bulk over 6.8 kg. Not agglomerated into pellets as defined in chapter notes.
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
• Include anguillid species verification to prevent smuggling issues with protected eels
• Weigh and label each container individually for customs verification
• Avoid additives that could classify as 'prepared' under Chapter 16