Fresh Chilled Alaskan Black Cod Fillets from Japan
Premium fillets from black cod (Anoplopoma fimbria, sometimes associated with Gadidae-like families but classified here), fresh or chilled. HTS 0304.53.0015 covers other cod from specified families including Gadidae; black cod often grouped in trade stats.
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
• Black cod may border Moridae family; get binding ruling if unsure to prevent reclassification
• Sustainable sourcing certs like MSC boost clearance; pitfall is undocumented wild vs farmed origin
• Ice-packed shipments need moisture-proof packaging to avoid weight disputes at entry