Frozen Chain Pickerel Fillet Blocks for Mincing from Japan
Frozen blocks exceeding 4.5 kg of skinned chain pickerel (Esox niger) fillets, whether whole fillets or pieced, imported to be ground or cut into consistent portions for further manufacturing. This matches HTS 0304.89.10.15 for pickerel-specific frozen processing blocks.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include species-specific DNA test results if challenged, as pickerel identification affects quota applicability
• Monitor for section 609 shrimp provisions if harvest area overlaps with shrimp fisheries
• Opt for vacuum-sealed blocks to minimize thaw risk and maintain tariff eligibility during inspection