Fresh Yellowfin Tuna Whole from Japan
Whole fresh yellowfin tuna caught by U.S. purse seiners in eastern Pacific. Direct transshipment to U.S. ports without foreign landing, qualifying under 9815.00.20.00. High-value sashimi-grade product from American fisheries.
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
• Maintain 0°C temperature logs from catch to entry proving fresh condition
• Submit ICCAT documentation confirming U.S. vessel origin
• Common pitfall: missing transshipment manifests