Frozen Skinned Ocean Perch Fillet Blocks from Japan
Frozen blocks of skinned ocean perch fillets, each weighing over 4.5 kg, specifically imported for mincing, grinding, or cutting into uniform pieces. Classified under HTS 0304.89.10.30 as frozen fillets of other fish (ocean perch), skinned and in blocks over 4.5 kg for further processing.
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
• Verify blocks exceed 4.5 kg net weight and are declared for mincing/processing to qualify under this subheading
• Provide documentation proving ocean perch species (e.g
• Sebastes spp.) and frozen state upon import
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP and Section 609 if any shrimp contamination risks