IQF Alaska Pollock Fillet Pieces Bulk from Japan
Individually quick frozen (IQF) irregular Alaska pollock fillet pieces in bulk boxes over 6.8 kg, for reprocessing into patties. Classified as other frozen fish meat under HTS 0304.94.1090 due to bulk packaging and non-retail form. IQF prevents clumping but retains bulk status.
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
• Confirm IQF process doesn't render 'immediate human consumption' per CBP rulings; use NAUPA declarations for bulk; test for histamine levels mandatory for scombroid risk