Dried Sardines from Japan
Whole small sardines sun-dried, sometimes salted, popular in Asian markets, not smoked. Under HTS 0305.59.00.01 as other dried fish, whether salted or not.
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
• Species verification critical; Sardina pilchardus vs others affects quotas
• Check for Section 609 compliance if any shrimp contamination risk in processing
• Declare drying method; bulk vs retail packed affects marking rules