Frozen Blue Whiting from Japan

Blue whiting (Micromesistius poutassou), Merlucciidae family, frozen whole fish. Falls under HTS 0303.69.00.00 as other frozen gadoid species excluding fillets and offal. Used in meal production and direct consumption.

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%

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Import Tips

• Comply with Lacey Act declarations for species identification

• Test for contaminants per FDA seafood defect action levels

• Use insulated containers to maintain frozen integrity during transit