Bonito Chunks in Corn Oil from Japan
Airtight canned bonito (Sarda spp.) chunks preserved in corn oil, whole pieces not minced. This fits HTS 1604.14.10.99 as other tunas/skipjack/bonito in oil, per hierarchy for prepared fish. Aligns with subheading note linking to chapter 3 species.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide scientific name (Sarda spp.) on invoices to confirm inclusion under bonito category
• Comply with HACCP plans for canned fish; test for histamine levels common in scombroid species
• Check for excess quantity penalties if claiming freely associated states benefits incorrectly