Whole Chilled Alaska Pollock for Surimi from Japan
Whole fresh chilled Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma), head-on or head-off but ungutted options, classified as 'Other' under HTS 0302.55.5000. This Gadidae species is primarily imported for surimi processing but enters as fresh/chilled whole fish excluding fillets.
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
• Include end-use statements if for industrial surimi to aid customs but note classification based on condition at import
• Test for histamine levels in documentation; high levels may reclassify as unfit
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics frozen; use insulated chilled containers