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0305.69.30.00/Jack Mackerel in Heavy Brine/Japan

Jack Mackerel in Heavy Brine from Japan

Jack mackerel (Trachurus spp.) preserved in heavy brine solution for long-term storage, common in commercial fishing exports. This product matches HTS 0305.69.30.00 as other mackerel salted or in brine, excluding smoked or dried forms and chapter-defined pellets.

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

• Test and document brine salinity (typically >10% salt) to substantiate classification away from fresh fish

• Comply with USDA/APHIS import permits if from regions with disease risks for marine species