Skipjack Tuna Pieces Bulk Pack from Japan
Prepared skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) cut into pieces and packed in large bulk containers over 6.8 kg, without oil or airtight seals. Falls under HTS 1604.14.40.00 for non-minced tuna products intended for commercial food processing.
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
• Provide FDA prior notice and fish import declarations to avoid delays at entry
• Confirm no oil content via lab testing if challenged, as it affects subheading
• Aggregate quantities from freely associated states may qualify for duty-free under general note 10(c)