Sea Urchin Caviar in Tin Cans from Japan
Premium sea urchin roe processed into caviar-style product preserved in decorative tin cans. Falls under HTS 1605.62.00.00 for prepared sea urchins. Luxury gift item for gourmet markets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Tin cans require metal composition declaration for food safety compliance
• Caviar labeling must avoid fish caviar confusion; specify echinoderm origin
• High-value items need detailed valuation support to prevent customs disputes