1605.54.60.30/Spicy Fermented Squid Strips/Japan

Spicy Fermented Squid Strips from Japan

Thin strips of miscellaneous squid fermented with chili and salt, packaged in bulk for Asian markets. Fits HTS 1605.54.60.30 as other prepared squid via fermentation preservation. Similar to Korean ojingeochae.

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

• Provide pH and microbial testing for fermentation safety under FSMA rules

• Declare salt content precisely as it affects duty calculation basis