0304.53.00.20/Chilled Skin-On Haddock Fillets/Japan

Chilled Skin-On Haddock Fillets from Japan

Freshly caught haddock fillets with skin intact, chilled on ice for preservation, ideal for sushi-grade applications. Falls under HTS 0304.53.0020 for other fresh or chilled fish meat from Gadidae family, specifically haddock.

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%

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Import Tips

• Include skin presence in commercial invoice and ensure uniform chilling to comply with US customs valuation

• Obtain prior notice via FDA's PREDICT system for seafood imports to expedite clearance

• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'blocks' if portioned, which could trigger statistical breakouts