Live Sandfish Sea Cucumber (Holothuria scabra) from Japan
Live sandfish sea cucumbers (Holothuria scabra) are imported alive for research aquariums and breeding programs. They qualify under HTS 0308.11.00.00 as live sea cucumbers in Holothuroidea, transported in controlled seawater environments. Valued for their role in marine ecosystem studies.
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
• Use certified live transport vessels with oxygenation; declare for APHIS inspection if for research facilities
• Provide genetic identification if species purity is questioned at entry
• Avoid bulk packaging that stresses specimens, leading to high mortality and import denial