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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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