Scaled Pacific Hake Portions 4kg from Japan
Pacific hake (Merluccius productus), scaled with viscera removed, cut into large portions but skin-on bone-in, chilled in 4kg net pack. Remains under 0302.54.11.00 as not filleted/otherwise processed beyond permitted removals.
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
• Portions must retain skin/scales evidence; skinless risks 0304 reclassification
• Use ATPA reefer containers; maintain 0-2°C with data loggers for proof
• Pre-clear with FDA via prior notice for low-risk chilled fish