Fresh Scaled Ling in 6kg Retail Can from Japan
Ling (Molva molva, Lotidae/Gadidae), scaled with fins trimmed, chilled fresh in 6kg metal cans. HTS 0302.59.11.00 covers this elongated Gadiform fish in consumer containers.
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
• Family confirmation via FAO codes; Lotidae sometimes debated but falls under chapter Gadiformes
• Clear 'scaled' declaration on invoice; scaling removes scales completely per definition
• Port health certificates from origin mandatory for chilled seafood entry