Frozen Pacific Herring Fillets from Japan
Frozen skinless fillets from Pacific herring (Clupea pallasii), vacuum-packed in 1kg portions for retail. Falls under HTS 0304.86.00.00 specifically for frozen fillets of Clupea pallasii herrings. Must be whole fillets, not minced.
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
• Label packages with scientific name (Clupea pallasii) and country of catch per FDA seafood labeling rules
• Verify frozen state upon entry; thawing can reclassify as fresh/chilled under 0303
• Use IQF (individually quick frozen) processing to meet quality standards and prevent spoilage claims