Frozen European Edible Sea Urchins (Paracentrotus lividus) from Japan
Frozen gonads of the European purple sea urchin (Paracentrotus lividus), a Mediterranean delicacy served raw on ice. HTS 0308.22.00.00 applies to frozen forms of this named species. Popular in French and Italian seafood markets.
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
• Comply with EU export health certificates for traceability back to harvest
• Test for biotoxins like okadaic acid, prevalent in Mediterranean waters
• Package in vacuum-sealed pouches to minimize drip loss and maintain frozen integrity