Chilled Pollock for Surimi Processing from Japan
Fresh chilled pollock optimized for surimi (imitation crab) production, whole fish HTS 0302.59.5010. Gadidae sourced from Alaska fisheries; industrial end-use but classified by form/state.
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
• End-use statements for processing help audits but don't change HTS; stick to whole fish proof
• Bulk container temp loggers mandatory for surimi-grade chill chain
• Avoid mincing pre-import; that's 0309 territory