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