Frozen Minced Hake Fish Meat in Bulk from Japan
Frozen minced fish meat derived from hake (Merluccius spp., family Merlucciidae), packed in bulk containers exceeding 6.8 kg. This product is classified under HTS 0304.95.10.15 as minced frozen fish meat from specified gadiform families, excluding Alaska Pollock, in immediate containers over 6.8 kg. It is suitable for further processing in food manufacturing.
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 species identification with scientific names and certificates to confirm classification within Merlucciidae, avoiding misclassification as Alaska Pollock
• Ensure containers weigh over 6.8 kg with contents for bulk exemption; provide packing list and weight declarations
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts for histamine and contaminants in frozen minced fish