Block Frozen Capelin from Japan
Capelin fish frozen in large solid blocks for bulk processing or bait use. HTS 0303.89.00.58 covers all frozen capelin forms excluding fillets and offal, including block-frozen whole fish. Typically glazed to prevent freezer burn.
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
• Glaze weight must not exceed 15% of total for proper dutiable value calculation
• Bulk shipments need phytosanitary certificates if treated as potential vectors
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'fillets' due to block processing appearance