U.S. imports of Prepared or Preserved Sea Urchins (HS 160562) totaled $106K in August 2026, imported from 4 countries.
Importers of Prepared or Preserved Sea Urchins paid $12K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 11.03% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Prepared or Preserved Sea Urchins imports of $106K in August 2026 ran 69% above the year-to-date monthly average of $63K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataPrepared and preserved sea urchins — prized in Japanese cuisine as uni — are imported under a single 10-digit line (1605620000), with Japan and Chile as the leading US suppliers. Japan's dominance reflects both its processing expertise and the premium placed on Japanese-origin uni in high-end foodservice, while Chile supplies a significant volume of more price-competitive product. Sea urchin fisheries are subject to quota management in most source countries, and supply can be sensitive to environmental conditions affecting roe quality and yield. FDA prior notice and HACCP compliance are required for all entries; consult a licensed customs broker or FDA regarding admissibility documentation.
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12 import shipments a month
Heading 160562 covers sea urchins that are prepared or preserved, which includes processed roe products such as salted, pasteurized, or otherwise preserved uni. Fresh or chilled sea urchin roe is classified elsewhere in the tariff schedule under Chapter 3 (fish and seafood, fresh or chilled). Importers should confirm the processing method and preservation state to ensure the correct chapter and heading are used.
Japanese uni — particularly from Hokkaido — commands premium prices due to species characteristics (notably Strongylocentrotus intermedius and Pseudocentrotus depressus), diet, water temperature, and processing standards that produce a sweeter, firmer roe. Chilean product, often from Loxechinus albus, is generally more affordable and widely used in sushi restaurants seeking cost-effective alternatives. Buyers should specify species, roe color grade, and alum content (used as a preservative) when sourcing.
Subheading 17 of 18 in heading 1605
Subheading 160562 · $106K of $310.9M
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Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $645K of Prepared or Preserved Sea Urchins.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · exports 2 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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Imports · August 2026
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Japan and Chile together supply 94% of it.
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rate provision · imports
duty collected equals 11.03% of imports for consumption.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1605620000 | Sea Urchins, Prepared Ro Preserved | $106K | 11.03% | 100.00% | $12K |