Bulk Shirasu in Sesame Oil from Japan
Japanese shirasu (small whitebait, Spratelloides gracilis) in sesame oil, 7.2 kg containers for Asian markets. Fits HTS 1604.19.61.00 as other tiny fish preserved in oil, bulk form.
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
• Allergen labeling critical for sesame oil in fish products
• Verify 'pieces, not minced' via photos in entry docs
• Japan export certs speed FDA review