Bulk Frozen Sea Bass for Processing from Japan
Frozen blocks of whole Dicentrarchus sea bass imported in bulk for further US processing into fillets. HTS 0303.84.00.00 applies to frozen fish not meeting 0304 criteria. Common for industrial fish processors.
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
• File for duty drawback if re-exported after processing
• Use NAICS code for seafood processing on entry to qualify for programs
• Ensure master cartons are clearly marked 'not for retail sale'