Fresh Spot Prawns Head-Off from Japan
Head-off spot prawns harvested by American trawlers in Gulf of Alaska. Minimal processing (head removal) maintained during transshipment if any, qualifying as American fishery product under 9815.00.20.00. Premium shellfish product from U.S. waters.
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 head-off process occurred immediately post-harvest on U.S. vessel
• Include temperature logs maintaining fresh condition
• Verify no foreign port processing occurred