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1604.32.40.00/Lentil Caviar Imitation/Japan

Lentil Caviar Imitation from Japan

Small spherical lentil beads coated in agar and seasoned with capers and lemon, designed as a budget-friendly caviar alternative for gourmet dishes. This product is under HTS 1604.32.40.00 as 'other' caviar substitutes prepared from legume-based ingredients.

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%
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Import Tips

• Document protein source as lentils to differentiate from fish products during customs review

• Test for allergen labeling requirements under FDA rules for legume-based foods

• Avoid 'caviar-like' claims that could trigger misclassification as 1604.31 caviar substitutes

Lentil Caviar Imitation from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1604.32.40.00