Fresh Poutassou Blue Whiting Fillets Alternative Whole from Japan
Whole fresh Micromesistius poutassou (blue whiting) supplied chilled for sushi-grade or whole-fish markets. HTS 0302.56.5000 covers this as 'other' excluding fillets, specifically for Gadidae family fish in fresh/chilled form without further processing.
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
• Use ichthyological experts for species confirmation if challenged at customs
• Package in insulated boxes with ice to preserve chill status; document weights pre/post-transit