Brined Herring Roe Caviar from Japan
Herring roe packed in light brine to mimic caviar texture and taste, used as an affordable alternative in seafood platters. Falls under HTS 0305.20.4040 for other preserved herring roe, excluding flours or pellets as per 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
• Measure brine concentration to ensure it qualifies as 'in brine' without exceeding thresholds for prepared foods
• Use vacuum-sealed jars to maintain integrity and provide microbial testing for border clearance
• Declare as roe only, not caviar, to avoid luxury tax or reclassification disputes