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Escolar Fillets in Soy Sauce from Japan

Oilfish/escolar fillets preserved in soy sauce, whole pieces not minced. Classifies as other fish under HTS 1604.19.82.00.

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

Mandatory warning labels for escolar due to gempylotoxin causing digestive issues (FDA advisory)

Document mercury testing results as high-risk species

Ensure soy sauce not dominating to avoid Chapter 21 sauce classification