IQF Flash-Chilled Cusk Fillet Portions from Japan
Individually quick frozen but declared chilled cusk fillet portions from sustainable sources. HTS 0304.49.0125 applies if maintained chilled without full freeze per customs ruling, excluding pellets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide temp monitoring data proving < -0.5°C but not fully frozen state
• Use 'flash-chilled portions' nomenclature consistently
• Watch for CBP physical exams on borderline fresh/frozen claims