Frozen Pacific Cod (Gadus macrocephalus) Headed and Gutted from Japan
Frozen Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) prepared as H&G (headed and gutted) with gills and entrails removed, common for further processing. Classified under HTS 0303.63.0090 as 'other' frozen cod from Gadidae family, not fillets or offal.
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
• Provide detailed processing description (H&G specs) in commercial invoice to distinguish from whole or fillet forms
• Comply with US FDA Foreign Fishery Product Inspection Program; include lot traceability for Gadus macrocephalus