Miso Soup Base with Fish Dashi from Japan
Concentrated paste or liquid base for miso soup using fish dashi from kombu and bonito, prepared as a sauce-like flavoring. Falls under HTS 2103.90.20.00 for fish-derived sauces and preparations.
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
• Document dashi production from fish to support classification
• Ensure shelf-stable packaging meets FDA low-acid canned food rules if applicable
• Monitor for quantitative limits if blended with condiments