Iced Pacific Ocean Perch from Japan
Pacific ocean perch (Sebastes alutus) packed in ice for freshness, whole fish from Alaskan or Canadian waters. Classified precisely under 0302.89.5055 for ocean perch fresh/chilled, not fillets or offal as per hierarchy.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with USFWS or NOAA sustainability certifications for Pacific stocks to ease entry
• Document ice packing timestamps to affirm chilled status under 0-4°C range
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics frozen shipments, which could lead to higher duties