Pacific Mackerel Fillets in Brine Pouch from Japan
Skin-on fillets of Pacific mackerel (Scomber japonicus) immersed in brine within vacuum-sealed pouches totaling 6.8 kg or less per unit. Falls under HTS 0305.39.40.00 as other mackerel fillets preserved without smoking in qualifying 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
• Confirm pouch integrity and weight at packing to stay within the 6.8 kg statistical threshold
• Include processing certificates proving no cooking or smoking occurred
• Be aware of antidumping duties that may apply to certain mackerel species from specific countries