Shrimp and Tilapia Ceviche Meal from Japan
Pre-marinated ceviche with lime-cooked shrimp and tilapia, onions, cilantro, served with corn chips. Prepared meal status under 1605.40.05.00 due to fish and crustacean components.
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
• Document 'cooked by acid' process to qualify as prepared, not raw
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and Section 609 for shrimp sourcing
• Test pH levels if challenged on preparation status