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0305.69.60.01/Salted Mackerel in Brine/Japan

Salted Mackerel in Brine from Japan

Whole mackerel immersed in brine, salted but kept moist without drying or smoking. Classed in HTS 0305.69.60.01 for other salted/brined fish. Key ingredient in Korean and Japanese dishes.

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

• Refrigerate shipments to <40°F to maintain 'not dried' status during transit

• Declare exact salt percentage on commercial invoice for customs valuation

• Beware of histamine testing requirements for scombroid species like mackerel

Salted Mackerel in Brine from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0305.69.60.01