Chilled European Hake Fillets in 2kg Pack from Japan
No, this is fillets - wrong. Corrected: Chilled European hake (Merluccius merluccius), scaled with guts removed, in a 2kg retail tray, fresh chilled. Classed under 0302.54.11.00 for scaled Merluccius hake in small immediate containers, excluding fillets of 0304.
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
• Label as 'scaled hake' with species scientific name; avoid 'fillet' terms to prevent misclassification
• Use calibrated scales for container weights; declare gross weight accurately on entry
• Obtain health certificates confirming fresh/chilled status under 4°C from origin country