Dried Shark Fins from Japan
Dried shark fins harvested from various shark species like blue or porbeagle, preserved through air-drying without salting or brining. Classified under HTS 0305.71.00.00 as edible shark offal in dried form, suitable for culinary use in soups after rehydration.
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
• Verify CITES permits for endangered shark species to avoid seizures at customs
• Provide documentation proving fins are from legally caught sharks, including harvest certificates
• Label clearly as 'dried shark fins' to prevent misclassification as processed food products