Dried Wakame Seaweed from Japan
Wakame (Undaria pinnatifida) is a type of edible brown algae harvested from coastal waters, dried to preserve it for culinary use in soups, salads, and sushi. It falls under HTS 1212.99.92.00 as 'other algae' primarily used for human consumption, not processed into extracts or fertilizers.
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 seaweed species and ensure it meets food safety standards with FDA prior notice and documentation
• Provide certificates of origin and lab tests confirming low contaminants like heavy metals common in marine products
• Avoid misclassification as chapter 21 products if ground into powder for direct food use