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
45%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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