0305.54.00.00/Salted Dried Sardines/Japan

Salted Dried Sardines from Japan

Sardines (Sardinops spp.) preserved by salting and air-drying, sold whole for grilling or snacking. Fits HTS 0305.54.00.00 as dried sardines, whether or not salted but not smoked, per the specific species listing.

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

• Document salting and drying methods; common error is classifying brined (wet) as dried

• Use invoices specifying 'dried, not smoked' to avoid smoked fish headings

• Monitor salt levels to distinguish from pickled products