Frozen Pollock Fillets from Japan
Frozen skin-on fillets from Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma), a whitefish commonly used in fish sticks and surimi production. Classified under HTS 0304.89.50.91 as frozen fillets of other fish, excluding prime species like salmon or tuna. These are not minced and suitable for further processing or direct consumption.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify species identification with scientific names on documentation to avoid misclassification as a higher-duty fish
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP requirements and provide certificates of frozen temperature maintenance
• Be aware of potential antidumping duties on pollock from certain countries like Russia; check current Commerce Department notices