Bluefin Tuna Pieces in Bulk Barrels from Japan
High-value bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) prepared in pieces and barreled in bulk over 6.8 kg, oil-free. HTS 1604.14.40.00 applies to this non-minced, large-container preserved tuna.
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
• Obtain CITES permits if applicable for overfished bluefin species beyond tariff docs
• Weigh containers precisely; under 6.8 kg shifts to smaller pack subheadings
• Declare accurately to avoid penalties on high-value shipments