Chilled Skin-On Atlantic Cod Fillets from Japan
Chilled Atlantic Cod fillets with skin intact, typically vacuum-packed for retail or foodservice. Falls under HTS 0304.44.0010 as chilled fillets of Atlantic Cod from Gadidae family, specifically the Atlantic variety.
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
• Label with skin-on status and provide lab tests for histamine levels, as chilled cod is prone to scombroid risk
• Use BIS-approved temperature recorders for transit; exceeding chill temps risks shift to frozen classification
• Include commercial invoice detailing fillet thickness and skin presence for accurate valuation