Frozen Minced Alaska Pollock in 20 kg Bulk Bags from Japan
Frozen minced meat from Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma) packed in bulk bags weighing over 6.8 kg each, intended for industrial food processing. This falls under HTS 0304.94.1010 as it is minced frozen fish meat in immediate containers exceeding 6.8 kg, specifically for Alaska pollock. It is not fit for human consumption as pellets or flours per chapter notes.
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
• Verify container weights exceed 6.8 kg with contents and obtain certificates confirming species as Theragra chalcogramma
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and section 609 if applicable; provide processing records to avoid misclassification
• Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect mincing documentation which could shift to non-minced fillets under 0304.94.04