Canned Octopus with Salmon Salad from Japan
Canned salad featuring octopus chunks mixed with salmon meat, mayonnaise, and vegetables for instant consumption. Falls under HTS 1605.55.05.00 because it's an octopus-based prepared meal explicitly containing fish meat from salmon. The product is preserved and ready-to-serve, aligning with chapter definitions.
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
• Obtain FDA prior notice for all seafood imports and ensure HACCP plans cover canning processes to prevent holds
• Label with country of origin and fish species to satisfy US note requirements for tuna-related products if applicable
• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient vacuum sealing documentation, which can trigger re-inspection