Frozen Antarctic Toothfish Loins from Japan
Center-cut loins from Antarctic toothfish (Dissostichus mawsoni), frozen immediately after filleting. Fits HTS 0304.85.00.00 for frozen toothfish fillets, emphasizing the species-specific classification.
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
• Obtain CCAMLR catch documents proving legal Southern Ocean harvest to meet import traceability
• Label with scientific name (Dissostichus mawsoni) and processing date for customs verification
• Watch for moisture content; excess ice glaze can trigger duty adjustments or reclassification