Hot-Smoked King Mackerel Whole from Japan
Whole king mackerel (Scomberomorus cavalla) hot-smoked to preserve flavor and texture, often sold ready-to-eat. Classified under HTS 0305.49.20.00 specifically for smoked mackerel, excluding offal or pellets unfit for human consumption per chapter notes.
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
• Provide lab tests confirming no cooking beyond smoking to stay in 0305; overcooking risks reclassification
• Comply with section 609 provisions if any shrimp contamination risk, though primarily for shrimp products
• Use vacuum-sealed packaging documentation to avoid bulk classification issues at entry