Fresh Chilled Saithe Pollock from Japan
Saithe (Pollachius virens), a Gadidae pollock variant, fresh chilled whole under HTS 0302.59.5010. North Atlantic catch for European/U.S. markets; excludes fillet processing.
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
• Scientific name (Pollachius virens) labeling prevents cod (0302.51) confusion
• EU catch certificates for traceability in Gadidae imports
• Weigh pre/post-chill to document moisture loss, avoiding weight disputes