Albacore Tuna Flakes in Foil Pouch from Japan
Flake-cut albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga), not minced, in non-oil flexible foil pouches ≤6.8kg gross. HTS 1604.14.22.51 applies to such small-pack albacore excluding U.S. possession products within quota.
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
• Document flake size to prove 'pieces not minced'; fine paste risks reclassification
• Flexible containers must be airtight; test integrity for customs verification
• Annual quota tracking essential; use CBP entry summaries for compliance