Crown Prince Kipper Snacks from Japan
Crown Prince Kipper Snacks consist of boneless, skinless smoked herring fillets in cottonseed oil, a popular ready-to-eat product. Classified under HTS 1604.12.60.50 due to their kippered preparation from herring, whole or in pieces.
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
• Ensure commercial invoice specifies 'kipper snacks' and net weight to avoid confusion with general herring products
• Comply with HACCP plans for seafood processing and provide lot traceability for FDA inspections
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain herring sources; confirm origin to calculate correct rates