Frozen Minced Whiting Fish Bulk Containers from Japan
Bulk frozen minced whiting (Merlangius merlangus, Gadidae family) in containers over 6.8 kg each. This HTS 0304.95.10.15 product is minced fish meat from eligible gadiform families, frozen and bulk-packed for industrial use.
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
• Use ISF filing with detailed container specs to preempt holds on bulk fish meat shipments
• Document mincing process to distinguish from flours/meals excluded by heading notes
• Check EU or origin country export certs for illegal fishing compliance (IUU)