Horse Mackerel Salted Fillet Packs from Japan
Salted fillets from horse mackerel (Trachurus spp.), dried for preservation and packed in plastic trays with brine under 6.8 kg total weight. HTS 0305.39.40.00 applies to these non-smoked mackerel-type fillets in small immediate containers.
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
• Use taxonomic verification for horse mackerel to distinguish from other 'mackerel' under the heading
• Avoid mixed-species packs, as they may require classification under 'other' rather than specific mackerel
• Prepare for salinity testing if customs questions drying vs. brining extent