Fresh Hake Fillets from Japan
Fresh fillets from hake (Merluccius spp.), a fish of the Merlucciidae family, sourced from cold Atlantic waters. These skinless, boneless fillets are chilled immediately after processing to preserve quality. Classified under HTS 0304.44.00 as fresh or chilled fillets of Merlucciidae family fish.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fish species identification with scientific names to confirm Merlucciidae family classification
• Maintain cold chain documentation proving fillets remain fresh/chilled (below 0°C but not frozen)
• Avoid misclassification as blocks by ensuring no mincing or binding agents are present