Frozen Rosefish Fillets from Japan
Frozen whole rosefish (Sebastes marinus), also known as ocean perch, imported as entire fish excluding fillets or meat of heading 0304. Classified under HTS 0303.89.00.64 as frozen other fish specifically identified as ocean perch. Excludes edible offal covered in subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.
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
• Verify species identification with scientific name (Sebastes spp.) via documentation to confirm ocean perch classification
• Obtain CITES permits if applicable for certain rockfish species
• Avoid misclassification as fillets by ensuring whole fish form