Frozen Antarctic Krill Whole from Japan
Whole frozen Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba), harvested from Southern Ocean waters, preserved by rapid freezing to maintain freshness. Classified under HTS 0306.19.0130 as frozen crustaceans, specifically Antarctic krill, not further processed beyond freezing.
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
• Verify compliance with Section 609 of PL 101-162 requiring certification that krill is not harvested from banned sea turtle habitats
• Provide detailed commercial invoice specifying species as Euphausia superba and frozen state to avoid misclassification
• Check for CITES or IUCN restrictions on krill harvesting; obtain sustainability certifications from MSC to mitigate FDA scrutiny