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%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
• 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