Canned Yellowfin Tuna in Brine from Japan
Yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) steaks or chunks preserved in brine within airtight cans, not minced and excluding oil-based packing. Classified under HTS 1604.14.30.99 for other tunas and skipjack in airtight containers not in oil, outside bulk immediate containers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
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
• Submit FDA import alerts compliance for seafood safety and mercury labeling requirements
• Document net drained weight accurately to distinguish from minced or bulk tuna products
• Avoid misdeclaration of packing medium to prevent duty reassessment from oil-included rates