Bulk Frozen Ocean Catfish Fillets from Japan
Bulk-packed frozen fillets of ocean catfish (wolffish) in 20kg master cartons for wholesale distribution. Classified precisely under HTS 0304.89.50.45 as other frozen fillets of this species, neither minced nor pelletized per chapter notes. Used in further processing or institutional kitchens.
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
• For bulk imports, ensure entry summary specifies HTS to subheading .50.45; aggregate packaging doesn't change classification
• Comply with Lacey Act declarations for species and harvest origin to prevent seizures