Bulk Bonito in Corn Oil from Japan
Preserved bullet bonito (Sarda sarda) in corn oil, 11 kg institutional cans for canteen use. Falls under HTS 1604.19.61.00 as other non-tuna Scombridae fish in large oil-packed containers.
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
• Use ISF filings early for refrigerated bulk fish oil shipments to avoid delays
• Label net drained weight vs total for accurate duty assessment
• Avoid bonito confused with albacore; DNA testing resolves disputes