Matjes-Style Lightly Brined Herring Fillets from Japan
Young herring fillets in mild brine for matjes, not dried or smoked, preserving delicate flavor. HTS 0305.39.61.10 applies to this brined-only preservation of herring fillets. Delicacy in Dutch and German markets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify 'lightly brined' and young fish age on invoices to match statistical reporting
• Test for histamine levels per FDA guidelines for brined seafood
• Package for retail separately from bulk to avoid set classification issues