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%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
• 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