IQF Pacific Cod Fillets from Japan
Individually quick frozen boneless fillets from Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus), popular in fish sticks and gourmet preparations. Falls under HTS 0304.71.50.00 as 'other' frozen fillets of the specified Gadidae species, Gadus macrocephalus.
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
• Include DNA testing or species certificates for Gadus macrocephalus to distinguish from similar Gadidae like hake
• Label with country of origin and harvest date per US Customs; watch for anti-dumping duties on Pacific cod from certain origins
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'blocks' if IQF—ensure accurate description matches HTS for 'fillets'