Frozen Silver Hake Fillets from Japan
Frozen skinless fillets from Silver Hake (Merluccius bilinearis), a species of the Merluccius genus belonging to the Merlucciidae family. These fillets are individually quick frozen (IQF) for retail and foodservice use. Classified under HTS 0304.74.50.00 as frozen hake fillets in the 'other' category.
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
• Verify species identification with scientific names (Merluccius bilinearis) via documentation to confirm HTS classification
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and prior notice requirements; include lot traceability for frozen fillets
• Avoid misclassification as headed/cleaned fish (0304.71); ensure products are true skinless fillets