Frozen Toothfish Loins from Japan
Boneless loins cut from Dissostichus spp. fillets, vacuum-packed and frozen IQF style. Falls under 0304.92.90.00 as other frozen toothfish meat. Used in premium restaurants and export markets.
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
• Use NAFO/CCAMLR area codes on docs to prove legal wild-caught origin
• Separate skin-on vs. skinless in invoices to avoid 0304.99 other fish reclassification
• Test for histamine levels pre-shipment as high-fat toothfish is prone to scombroid issues