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Frozen Eel Chunks in Bulk Oil from Japan

Chunks of eel preserved and frozen in oil, packed in immediate containers greater than 7 kg for wholesale distribution. This qualifies for HTS 1604.17.60.00 as non-minced eel pieces in oil, in bulk form per subheading. Prepared fish under heading 1604 includes such oil-packed products.

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

Use refrigerated shipping and provide HACCP plans for seafood safety

Avoid pitfall of declaring as 'fresh' which reclassifies to Chapter 3

Frozen Eel Chunks in Bulk Oil from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1604.17.60.00