2501.00.00.00/Sea Water for Aquarium Use/Japan

Sea Water for Aquarium Use from Japan

Natural sea water collected and packaged for marine aquariums, containing dissolved sodium chloride. Directly covered by HTS 2501.00.00.00 as explicitly including sea water. Sterile filtration maintains natural composition without altering tariff status.

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%

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Import Tips

• Obtain CITES permits if sourced from protected marine areas to prevent wildlife import violations

• Test and certify salinity levels match natural sea water to avoid reclassification as artificial solution

• Use temperature-controlled containers to preserve dissolved minerals during transit