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Seafood Gumbo Mix from Japan

Prepared mix containing shrimp, okra, and roux base for seafood gumbo soup, classified under HTS 2104.10.00.40 as fish/seafood-based soup preparation. Intended for home cooking reconstitution.

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

• Document roux/seafood ratios to substantiate seafood base classification

• Avoid 'complete meal' labeling that suggests set classification under 2104 notes

• Ensure containers exceed 250g if not infant food to stay out of homogenized category