Cuttlefish Risotto with Whitefish Ready-to-Eat from Japan
Microwavable pouch of creamy risotto made with cuttlefish ink, cuttlefish pieces, and whitefish. HTS 1605.54.05.00 applies as cuttlefish preparation containing fish meat in meal form.
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%
Import Tips
• Retain supplier specs confirming cuttlefish as base ingredient with fish additive
• Pouch packaging requires pressure/sterilization process documentation
• Monitor EU export certs for ink usage and heavy metal testing in cuttlefish