Atlantic Ocean Perch Frozen Processing Blocks from Japan
Frozen, skinless Atlantic ocean perch (Rosefish) fillets formed into blocks over 4.5 kg each, imported exclusively for grinding or cutting into uniform pieces in U.S. facilities. This matches HTS 0304.89.10.25 precisely for frozen 'other fish' fillets in specified block form and perch species. Chapter notes confirm exclusion of human-fit pellets or flours.
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
• Provide end-user letters from U.S. processors confirming mincing intent to support classification
• Comply with section 609 shrimp notes indirectly via seafood supply chain audits, though not shrimp
• Test for histamine levels in frozen blocks; high levels can lead to FDA rejection even if tariff-compliant