Frozen Wolffish Loin Fillets from Japan
Premium frozen loin-cut fillets from spotted wolffish (Anarhichas minor), trimmed for minimal bone content. HTS 0304.89.50.45 designates these as frozen ocean catfish (wolf fish) fillets, fresh-frozen at sea or shoreside. High-protein, firm-textured fillets suited for upscale dining.
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 processing facility certifications; loins are fillets but document trimming to avoid 'portions' confusion
• Use refrigerated containers below -18°C; temperature excursions can lead to denaturation claims