Smoked Kippered Herring Fillets from Japan
Whole smoked herring fillets prepared in the traditional kippered style, cured and smoked over wood fires. This product falls under HTS 0305.42.0060 as it is smoked herring (Clupea harengus) that is neither canned nor otherwise specifically excluded, fitting the 'other' category for smoked herrings beyond fillets alone. It is typically sold refrigerated for direct consumption.
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Import Tips
• Verify species certification as Clupea harengus or pallasii to confirm herring classification; provide scientific names on documentation
• Include processing details like smoking method and temperature logs to prove it's uncooked prior to smoking per chapter notes
• Ensure seafood import permits and comply with FDA HACCP plans; watch for common pitfalls like undeclared brine residues