Dried Kelp Flakes from Japan
Dried kelp (Laminaria spp.) flakes are harvested seaweed from ocean waters, dehydrated, and flaked for culinary use as a salty seasoning or nutritional topping. HTS 1212.29.00.00 covers this as 'other' seaweeds and algae for primary human consumption in salads, soups, and snacks. Ground or flaked form fits the dried algae category.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for iodine levels and heavy metals; provide documentation to meet FDA seafood import standards
• Label clearly as dried seaweed for human consumption to distinguish from animal feed
• Avoid bulk packaging that might suggest industrial use, triggering different classifications