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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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