1604.15.00.00/Smoked Chub Mackerel in Pouch/Japan

Smoked Chub Mackerel in Pouch from Japan

Whole smoked chub mackerel (Scomber japonicus) in flexible retort pouches, shelf-stable. Classified in HTS 1604.15.00.00 as preserved mackerel not minced, per subheading note species match.

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%

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Import Tips

• Provide smoking process validation to confirm preservation, avoiding fresh fish classification

• Comply with Lacey Act declarations for species and origin traceability

• Flexible packaging requires accurate tare weight declarations