Dried Fish Maws from Japan
Dried swim bladders from fish such as croaker or sturgeon, used in traditional cuisine and as gelatin sources. Classified under HTS 0511.91.00 as a product of fish unfit for direct human consumption in its raw form but processed for specific uses. Excluded from Chapter 3 as it's a derived product rather than fresh or frozen fish.
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
• Verify CITES permits if sourced from endangered fish species to avoid seizure at customs
• Provide documentation proving unfitness for direct human consumption, such as processing certificates
• Label clearly as 'not for direct human consumption' to prevent misclassification under Chapter 3