Smoked Sevruga Sturgeon Caviar from Japan
Sevruga sturgeon roe lightly smoked after salting, classified in HTS 0305.20.20.00 as smoked sturgeon roe. This adds a unique smoky aroma to the rich, nutty flavor of the roe.
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
• Document smoking process to confirm it occurred before or during salting, per heading scope
• Ensure endangered species permits for sevruga sturgeon origin
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as 'prepared caviar' which changes classification