Frozen Head-Off Pacific Bluefin Tuna Loins from Japan
Frozen loins from Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis) with head, tail, and viscera removed, but not portioned into fillets. Falls under HTS 0303.45.0150 as species-specific frozen whole or dressed fish, not processed to fillet stage of 0304. Prized for high-fat toro cuts in Japanese cuisine.
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
• Include photos or diagrams in customs entry to clarify 'loin' vs. 'fillet' status
• Check NOAA quotas for Pacific bluefin as imports may face volume restrictions
• Declare accurate net weight excluding ice glaze per FDA seafood inspection guidelines