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
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
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