0304.53.00.30/Chilled Cape Hake Fillets/Japan

Chilled Cape Hake Fillets from Japan

Fillets from Cape Hake (Merluccius capensis), chilled for export from South Africa. Specifically HTS 0304.53.00.30 for hake species in Merlucciidae family, fresh or chilled. Known for mild flavor in fish tacos.

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

• Check for Section 609 compliance if any shrimp contamination risk in processing

• Include lab tests for heavy metals, as deep-water hake may accumulate mercury

• File with CBP using entry type 11 for consumption; bond for refrigerated warehouse