Bulk Salted Herring Fillets from Japan
Large-volume salted herring fillets in barrels, purely preserved by salt without drying. Directly under HTS 0305.39.61.10 for non-smoked herring fillets in brine/salt. For further processing into kippers or rolls.
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
• Declare net drained weight for brined products per customs valuation
• Ensure barrels meet food-grade standards to pass inspection
• Separate from smoked bulk to prevent heading 0305.41 errors