Dried Hijiki Seaweed Strips from Japan
Dried hijiki (Sargassum fusiforme) seaweed strips are boiled, chopped, and sun-dried for use in salads and stir-fries. Falls under HTS 2008.99.91.55 as 'other seaweed' preserved by drying, not fitting agar or specific extracts. Nutrient-rich in iron and fiber.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
6%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for arsenic levels common in hijiki; provide lab reports to CBP
• Ensure packaging meets child-resistant standards if marketed as health food