0302.89.50.55/Chilled Atlantic Ocean Perch Whole/Japan

Chilled Atlantic Ocean Perch Whole from Japan

Fresh or chilled whole Atlantic ocean perch (Sebastes spp.), gutted or ungutted, sourced from sustainable North Atlantic fisheries. Falls under HTS 0302.89.5055 as specifically named 'ocean perch' in fresh/chilled form, excluding offal or fillets per chapter exclusions.

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%

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Import Tips

• Use accurate scientific naming (Sebastes) in invoices to match HTS species specificity and prevent customs disputes

• Include HACCP plans and temperature logs for chilled status, as exceeding chill thresholds risks reclassification

• Check for additional country-specific quotas or antidumping duties on perch from certain origins