Industrial Frozen Cod Block for Mincing from Japan
Heavy frozen blocks of skinned Gadus morhua cod fillets over 4.5 kg net weight, imported specifically for industrial mincing into fish fingers or burgers. This matches HTS 0304.71.10.00 criteria for frozen, skinned cod blocks intended for uniform size reduction. Used by large-scale U.S. seafood processors.
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
• Use ISF filings early for large block shipments to preempt holds on processing intent verification
• Comply with Lacey Act by providing harvest chain documentation for cod species traceability