Live Purple Sea Urchins (Strongylocentrotus purpuratus) from Japan
Live purple sea urchins (Strongylocentrotus purpuratus) harvested from Pacific coastal waters, transported in aerated seawater for freshness. Classified under HTS 0308.29.0100 as live sea urchins of the specified species, excluding crustaceans and molluscs. Primarily used for live seafood markets and aquaculture.
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
• Obtain CITES permits if applicable for protected species and ensure live transport compliance with USDA APHIS regulations
• Provide scientific name verification and health certificates to confirm species and disease-free status
• Avoid misclassification as processed gonads; live whole urchins must remain unprocessed