Blue Shark Salted Fins from Japan
Salted fins from blue sharks (Prionace glauca), a common bycatch product preserved for food markets. Classified under HTS 0305.71.00.00 for salted shark offal.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Blue sharks generally not CITES-listed, but verify regionally
• Salt content >10% confirms preservation status
• Avoid retail packaging to stay in bulk offal category