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Cricket Flour Sausages from Japan

Novel protein sausages made with cricket flour (dried insect powder), meat binders, and vegetarian casing, mimicking traditional texture. HTS 1601.00.60.80 includes insect-based food preparations.

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

FDA prior notice for novel foods; chitin allergen declaration

Microbiological testing for insect pathogens like bacteria

If meat <50%, may shift to Chapter 21 food preparations