1212.99.92.00/Dried Bladderwrack Kelp/Japan

Dried Bladderwrack Kelp from Japan

Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus) is dried brown seaweed used in herbal teas, supplements, and traditional medicine for iodine content. As other algae for human consumption, it is under HTS 1212.99.92.00.

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%

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Import Tips

• Iodine content labeling required; excess can trigger FDA supplement rules

• Wildcrafting permits and sustainability certifications for North Atlantic sources

• Grind post-import if needed to avoid flour misclassification