Skinless Frozen Sauger Supreme Cuts from Japan
Premium skinless supreme cuts from sauger loins, frozen immediately post-catch for maximum freshness. HTS 0304.89.50.25 applies to these frozen fillets of sauger as 'other freshwater fish,' distinct from minced meat or pellets. Used in high-end seafood markets.
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
• Use NAICS codes for food wholesalers on entry forms; misfiling as retail packs raises flags
• Test for heavy metals typical in freshwater fish; provide lab certs proactively
• Declare exact HTS suffix .50.25 to avoid defaulting to broader 'other' categories with different rates