Herb-Infused Eel Strips from Japan
Herb-infused eel strips are long eel meat strips infused with rosemary and garlic, then sterilized. Classified HTS 1604.17.80.00 as other preserved eel in pieces. Suited for charcuterie or pasta.
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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