Capelin Imitation Caviar from Japan
Synthetic capelin-style caviar from vegetable proteins and carrageenan, bright orange beads for sushi toppings. HTS 1604.32.40.00 covers this as other non-fish caviar substitutes.
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
• Provide colorant safety data sheets for synthetic dyes used
• Confirm carrageenan purity to avoid Chapter 13 classification
• Segment shipments if volume exceeds casual entry limits