Frozen Block Ocean Perch Fillets from Japan
Frozen in large blocks for further processing into portions, these ocean perch fillets are skinless and boneless. They are precisely classified under HTS 0304.89.50.40 for other frozen ocean perch fillets. Commonly imported for U.S. fish stick production.
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
• Provide block dimensions and weight per invoice; blocks over certain sizes may need special handling declarations
• Test for histamine levels pre-shipment, as high levels in scombroid-like fish can cause FDA detention