0305.54.00.00/Dried Atlantic Mackerel/Japan

Dried Atlantic Mackerel from Japan

Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus) dried whole or split, often salted, used in Japanese cuisine. Classified in HTS 0305.54.00.00 as dried mackerel species, not smoked.

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%

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Import Tips

• Confirm drying via weight loss documentation; pitfalls with semi-dried mistaken for fresh

• Exact species ID (Scomber scombrus) required for this subheading

• Ensure no binders added, as that would make 'pellets' per chapter note