Battered Eel Nuggets from Japan
bite-sized eel pieces coated in batter and fried, packaged for convenience stores. Classified under HTS 1604.17.50.00 for other breaded or batter-coated eel portions of any size or shape. Excludes minced products per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include lab analysis or supplier specs confirming batter composition to avoid misclassification as uncoated
• Ensure country-specific shrimp notes don't apply, but check for any eel-related trade restrictions
• Label net weight accurately, as breaded products' coating weight affects declared value