Smoked Boneless Pacific Herring Fillets from Japan
These are boneless fillets from Pacific herring (Clupea pallasii) that have been smoked to preserve and flavor the fish, excluding any bones for convenience. They fall under HTS 0305.42.0050 as smoked herring, other than edible offal, specifically the boneless variety. The smoking process is done before or during which the fish may be cooked, fitting the chapter's definition for smoked fish.
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
• Verify species as Clupea harengus or Clupea pallasii with documentation to confirm herring classification
• Provide proof of smoking process and boneless preparation; ensure no offal inclusion to avoid reclassification
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and labeling for smoked fish; watch for Section 609 if any shrimp contamination risks