Frozen Haddock Processing Blocks from Japan
Skinned and piece-divided haddock frozen into oversized blocks (>4.5 kg) for industrial mincing into consistent fish mince used in sausages or ready meals. HTS 0304.72.10.00 applies precisely due to the species (Melanogrammus aeglefinus), skinless condition, block format, and declaration of import for uniform cutting/ground processing. Ideal for large-scale foodservice suppliers.
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
• Provide commercial invoices specifying block weights and processing end-use to CBP for smooth entry
• Maintain bivalve/shrimp-free certifications if blended later, per statistical notes