Block Frozen Alaska Pollock for Surimi from Japan
Block-frozen whole Alaska pollock packed in large frozen blocks, primarily destined for surimi mince production. HTS 0303.67.00.00 covers this Gadidae frozen fish as whole, excluding heading 0304 meat. Key ingredient in imitation crab.
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
• Declare intended use as surimi if applicable for potential duty preferences
• Maintain block integrity logs to prove no thawing/refreezing occurred
• Watch for misdeclaration as 'mince' which could shift to 0304