Frozen Stichopus japonicus Sea Cucumbers from China
These are frozen sea cucumbers of the species Stichopus japonicus, harvested from cold ocean waters and rapidly frozen to preserve freshness and texture. Classified under HTS 0308.12.00.00 as frozen sea cucumbers (Holothuroidea), excluding crustaceans and molluscs, specifically for this named species.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify species identification with CITES documentation if applicable, as some Holothuroidea are regulated
• Ensure proper cold chain documentation to prove frozen state upon import and prevent reclassification
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as dried products, which shift to other 0308 subheadings