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%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
• 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