Katsuo Katsubushi Canned in Oil from Japan
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.
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%
Import Tips
• Provide processing details (smoking, flaking) on entry docs to avoid reclassification as dried bonito under Chapter 3
• Ensure airtight container certification; pitfall is using non-hermetic seals leading to duty disputes
• Comply with FDA prior notice for seafood and check for Section 609 restrictions if applicable