Shark Fin Medallions Preserved from Japan
Shark fins shaped into medallions and preserved dry, in pieces not minced. Under HTS 1604.18.90.00 as other prepared shark fins per Chapter 16 definitions.
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
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