Canned Sea Urchin Gonads (Uni) from China
Canned sea urchin gonads, known as uni in Japanese cuisine, are the edible reproductive organs of sea urchins preserved in brine or oil. This product falls under HTS 1605.62.00.00 as prepared or preserved sea urchins, specifically other aquatic invertebrates. It is commonly used in sushi and sashimi.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify species compliance with FDA seafood import requirements and ensure proper labeling of country of origin
• Obtain certificates of origin and health certifications from suppliers to meet U.S
• Customs and FDA entry standards
• Watch for misclassification as fresh product; preserved items must show clear processing evidence like canning