Canned Mussel and Sardine Stew from Japan
Shelf-stable canned stew blending mussels with sardine fish meat in tomato broth. HTS 1605.53.05.00 covers such preserved products containing fish and mollusc meat.
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
• Submit FDA Prior Notice for all canned seafood 72 hours before arrival
• Ensure cans meet low-acid food processing standards with sterilization records
• Specify 'prepared meals' on entry summary to avoid pure preserve classification