Bonito Flakes in Brine from China
Dried bonito flakes (katsuobushi) rehydrated and preserved in brine, in pieces but not minced. Classified under HTS 1604.14.80.00 for bonito not in oil, used in Japanese cuisine for dashi broth. Meets the prepared fish criteria without oil medium.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide processing records to confirm 'prepared' status and distinguish from raw dried fish
• Include nutritional labeling and allergen declarations for fish products
• Monitor moisture content to ensure it qualifies as preserved, not fresh