Sushi-Grade Frozen Alaska Pollock Roe

High-quality frozen Alaska pollock roe graded for sushi and sashimi applications, with intact membranes. Falls under HTS 0303.91.4050 as frozen roe of Theragra chalcogramma, excluding processed or pelletized forms. Popular in Asian cuisine for its mild flavor.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0302.71Lower: 10% vs 35%

If from frozen whole fish, extracted unfrozen

Roe from heading 0302 frozen fish (not fillets) may classify under fresh equivalents.

0309Lower: 10% vs 35%

If rendered into edible flour or meal

Chapter notes direct human-fit flours/meals/pellets to 0309.

0710.80Lower: 24.9% vs 35%

If frozen and dried into vegetable-like form

Mixed frozen vegetables or similar processed items shift to Chapter 07.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Secure prior notice via FDA's PREDICT system for seafood entries

Test for histamine levels common in scombroid species, though pollock is low-risk

Differentiate from dyed/processed roe to stay in 0303 vs. 1604

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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.

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