Frozen Sea Urchin Gonads from Japan
Frozen sea urchin roe (uni), a sushi delicacy, separated and quick-frozen. HTS 0308.90.01.00 applies to frozen parts of these echinoderms.
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
• FDA prior notice required 2-10 days before arrival
• Ensure roe purity; no shell fragments to avoid reclassification
• Track chain of cold custody from harvest to port