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
10.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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