Frozen Skinned Pacific Halibut Fillet Blocks from Japan
Large frozen blocks (>4.5 kg each) of skinned Pacific halibut (Reinhardtius hippoglossoides or Hippoglossus stenolepis) fillets, destined for industrial mincing or uniform cutting in food processing. Fits HTS 0304.83.10.25 precisely as frozen, skinned flatfish halibut blocks for further processing, distinct from retail packs. Blocks maintain integrity for efficient factory breakdown.
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 commercial invoices specifying 'for mincing/ground use only' and block weights to qualify for processing subheading
• Source from approved fisheries with traceability docs to meet US FDA seafood HACCP and avoid holds
• Avoid retail labeling or packaging, as it triggers reclassification to higher-duty consumer fillet codes