Chilled Pollock Fillets from Japan
Fresh chilled fillets from Alaska pollock (Gadus chalcogrammus, Gadidae family), used in sushi-grade applications. Classified in HTS 0304.53.0015 as other fresh/chilled cod (broadly Gadidae), separate from hake or haddock.
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
• SIMP reporting mandatory for pollock; register ITP before shipment to avoid holds
• DNA testing docs prevent species substitution fraud common with whitefish
• Avoid mincing >10% or reclass to minced fish meat subheading