Fresh New Zealand Hake from Japan
Merluccius novaezelandiae, chilled whole hake from Southern Ocean. HTS 0302.54.5000 as other Merluccius hake, fresh. Sustainable source for fillets later.
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
• Align with NZ export standards for US FDA entry
• Prevent moisture loss to avoid weight disputes