Dried Shark Fins from Japan

Dried shark fins are edible fish offal obtained from shark species, preserved by drying without salting or brining. They fall under HTS 0305.79.00.00 as 'other' edible fish offal, distinct from whole fish or fillets in headings 0302-0304.

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

• Verify CITES permits if from endangered shark species; non-compliance leads to seizure

• Label as 'edible fish offal' with species identification to avoid misclassification as whole fish

• Obtain FDA prior notice for seafood imports to prevent delays at customs