Katsuo Katsubushi Canned in Oil
Canned lightly smoked bonito (katsuo) flakes or pieces in oil, airtight-packed for extended shelf life and culinary use in Japanese cuisine. Classified under HTS 1604.19.25.00 for bonito in oil, airtight containers, as whole pieces not minced.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 5% | +37.5% | 42.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| šØš¦Canada | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried or smoked bonito without oil preservation
Unpreserved dried or smoked fish remain in Chapter 3 as simply dried products, not prepared/preserved.
If in containers over 7 kg
Large container sizes for other fish in oil shift to 1604.19.31, based on net weight thresholds.
If pickled bonito rather than oil-packed
Pickled fish preparations fall under Chapter 20 for vinegar-preserved products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Provide processing details (smoking, flaking) on entry docs to avoid reclassification as dried bonito under Chapter 3
ā¢ Ensure airtight container certification; pitfall is using non-hermetic seals leading to duty disputes
ā¢ Comply with FDA prior notice for seafood and check for Section 609 restrictions if applicable
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