1604.18.90.00/Rehydrated Shark Fin for Restaurants/Japan

Rehydrated Shark Fin for Restaurants from Japan

Pre-soaked and rehydrated shark fins in pieces, preserved for immediate restaurant use. Classified in HTS 1604.18.90.00 as other shark fins, prepared but whole or in pieces.

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

• Declare end-use as foodservice to qualify for potential lower duties or quotas

• Provide lab tests for mercury levels, as sharks bioaccumulate toxins

• Avoid retail packaging to prevent consumer product labeling requirements