Fresh Chilled Whole Lingcod from Japan

Whole fresh or chilled lingcod (Ophiodon elongatus), ungutted and unprocessed except for removal of gills and viscera, typically weighing 5-15 pounds. Classified under HTS 0302.89.50.64 as fresh or chilled fish, excluding fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304, specifically for lingcod species. It remains in its natural form suitable for further processing or direct sale.

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

Verify species identification with scientific name Ophiodon elongatus via documentation to prevent misclassification

Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide temperature logs showing maintenance below 4°C during transit

Obtain health certificates confirming no contaminants; watch for Section 609 restrictions if any shrimp bycatch is involved

Fresh Chilled Whole Lingcod from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0302.89.50.64