Frozen Silver Hake Block Fillets from Japan
Frozen skinned silver hake (Merluccius bilinearis) fillets from Merlucciidae, formed into blocks over 4.5 kg each for subsequent mincing or uniform cutting. Classified under HTS 0304.79.10.90 due to being frozen, skinned, block-packed gadiform fillets imported specifically for industrial breakdown. Primarily used in fish stick or patty production.
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
• Obtain CBP Form 3461 or equivalent for block weights and skin removal certification to avoid reclassification
• Source from sustainable fisheries with ASC/MSC labels to preempt Lacey Act declarations