Grilled Eel Flakes from Japan

Grilled eel flakes are thinly shredded eel meat lightly grilled and dried for preservation. Fits HTS 1604.17.80.00 as other non-minced eel pieces. Used as topping for rice bowls or salads.

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

• Document grill temperature logs for FDA thermal processing validation

• Avoid moisture content exceeding 20% to stay out of semi-preserved categories

• Label as 'flakes' not 'minced' to prevent shift to higher-duty 1604.17.90