Dried Nori Sheets from China
Dried nori sheets are made from red algae (Porphyra spp.), pressed and roasted into thin sheets for sushi wrapping and snacking. Under HTS 1212.29.00.00 as 'other' algae primarily for human consumption, distinct from further processed food products. Drying process aligns with chapter scope.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ensure HACCP plan for seafood imports and provide harvest location details
• Declare moisture content to confirm 'dried' status per tariff description
• Watch for roasting that might border on 'prepared' foodstuffs classification