Pacific Mackerel Salted Brine Pack from Japan
Pacific mackerel (Scomber japonicus) heads-off, salted, and packed in brine drums for wholesale. Fits HTS 0305.69.30.00 precisely as other non-dried, non-smoked mackerel in brine, per chapter exclusions for flours and 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%
Import Tips
• Include processing logs showing salting date and brine immersion to prove not dried or smoked
• Ensure country-of-origin labeling matches sustainable fishing certifications like MSC for smoother entry