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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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