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Pilchard Heads and Guts Meal from Japan

Pilchard heads and guts meal is rendered from viscera and skeletal waste, providing omega-3 rich feed for aquaculture. HTS 2301.20.00.10 covers it as pilchard meal unfit for human consumption.

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 waste origin to claim lower duties if applicable; inspect for parasites before shipment

Label clearly to distinguish from edible fish products