Skipjack Tuna Flakes in Brine from Japan
Flaked skipjack tuna preserved in brine (saline water) in airtight containers, pieces not minced. This product is under HTS 1604.14.30 as 'other' tunas and skipjack not in oil, aligning with chapter definitions for prepared fish. Brine packing keeps it out of oil-based subheadings.
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
• Document brine composition (salt water only) to confirm not 'in oil' and prevent shift to higher-duty subheadings
• Use species-specific HTS declarations for skipjack to leverage any trade agreements or quotas
• Batch-test for contaminants like mercury, as required for preserved fish imports