Frozen Pacific Cod Minced Meat in Bulk from Japan
Frozen minced flesh from Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus), Gadidae family, shipped in large bulk containers over 6.8 kg. HTS 0304.95.10.10 applies specifically to frozen minced cod excluding Alaska Pollock, in immediate heavy containers. Chapter notes exclude human-fit pellets.
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
• Confirm Pacific cod species via DNA testing if disputed; ensure bulk packaging declaration matches invoice weights
• Adhere to Lacey Act for species declaration; watch for UVI fees on frozen seafood