Skin-On Frozen Cod Portions from Japan
Frozen skin-on cod (Gadus morhua) natural cut portions, not mechanically separated. Under 0303.63.00 as frozen whole cod fish, precluding 0304 fillet classification.
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
• Photos or diagrams on invoice showing skin attachment to prove not fillets
• Test for histamine levels per FDA guidelines for scombroid species (cod exempt but good practice)
• EU-sourced cod may need catch certificates post-Brexit