0303.45.01.50/Frozen Head-Off Pacific Bluefin Tuna Loins/Japan

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

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Calculate with your customs value Verify classification with AI

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