Fish Paste with Shrimp from Japan
A savory paste blending ground white fish and shrimp, seasoned for use in spreads or cooking. Classified under HTS 1604.20.10.00 as a prepared fish paste incorporating crustaceans. It qualifies due to its processed, paste-like consistency from fish species.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include lab analysis or certificates confirming fish as the primary ingredient to stay within Chapter 16
• Check for additives that might trigger food safety filings with FDA prior to import
• Use precise HTS descriptions matching subheading notes linking to Chapter 3 species names