Frozen Alaska Pollock Roe from Japan
Frozen roe extracted from Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma), a North Pacific whitefish, classified under HTS 0303.91.4050 as frozen fish roe. This edible product is typically used in sushi, seafood salads, or as a delicacy ingredient. It falls here due to being specifically identified frozen roe of this species, excluding fillets or other meat.
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
• Verify species identification with scientific name Theragra chalcogramma via documentation to avoid misclassification
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and section 609 provisions; provide certificates of origin and processing records
• Check for proper freezing chain (below -18°C) to prevent reclassification as fresh under 0302