Mussel and Salmon Chowder from Japan
A ready-to-eat prepared meal featuring mussels combined with fish meat like salmon in a creamy chowder base. Classified under HTS 1605.53.05.00 as it contains both mussel and fish meat in a prepared meal format, distinguishing it from pure mussel products.
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
• Verify ingredient list to confirm fish meat content exceeds threshold for 1605.53 classification; provide lab analysis if challenged
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and include lot traceability documentation
• Avoid misdeclaration as pure mussels (1605.53.20) to prevent reclassification and penalties