Bulk Dried Shark Fins for Processing from Japan
Large quantities of dried shark fins intended for further industrial processing into soups or extracts. Still classified as HTS 0305.71.00.00 since they remain edible offal, not yet in pellet form.
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
• Declare intended end-use as food processing to guide customs review
• Avoid compression that could classify as 'pellets' per chapter definition
• Use ISF filings early for bulk seafood shipments