Chilled European Hake Fillets from Japan
Chilled skinless fillets of European hake (Merluccius merluccius) from the Merlucciidae family, vacuum-packed for preservation. Classified under HTS 0304.44.00.30 due to being fresh/chilled fillets of hake species explicitly listed. Commonly used in European-style fish dishes.
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
• Provide FDA prior notice and fish species certificates to avoid customs delays
• Ensure no mincing; whole fillets only, as minced meat falls under 0304.81+
• Label with country of catch and harvest date for traceability per seafood import rules