Frozen Saithe-Coalfish Blend from Japan
Frozen mixture primarily of coalfish (Pollachius virens) with minor saithe, labeled as coalfish dominant per Gadidae. HTS 0303.65.00.00 for principal species coalfish frozen whole. Blends classified by predominant species excluding fillets.
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
• Provide lab analysis showing >50% Pollachius virens for coalfish classification
• Avoid generic 'whitefish' labels to prevent reclassification
• Monitor for MSC certification if eco-labeled