Frozen Antarctic Krill Meal Powder from Japan
Coarse-ground meal from frozen Antarctic krill, processed for direct human dietary use like in smoothies or capsules. Falls under HTS 0309.90.10.30 for frozen meals of crustaceans (Antarctic krill) fit for human consumption, distinct from pellets or non-human feed.
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
• Provide certificates of analysis showing protein/astaxanthin content and microbial safety for human grade
• Label clearly as 'fit for human consumption' to avoid reclassification to animal feed categories
• Check Section 609 compliance for shrimp/krill products via NMFS traceability if applicable