Smoked Herring Sides from Japan
Large sides of herring (Clupea harengus) lightly salted, then smoked, cut from the backbone for bulk use. Falls under HTS 0305.42.0060 as 'other' smoked herrings, distinct from fillets or offal, and not agglomerated into pellets. Commonly used by delis for slicing.
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
• Include photos or diagrams in entry docs showing product form (sides vs fillets) to prevent reclassification
• Monitor shelf-life declarations; smoked fish over 90 days may face additional scrutiny