Frozen Whiting Fillet Portions Bulk from Japan
Frozen Pacific whiting (Merlangius merlangus) fillets in large industrial packs over 6.8 kg, from Gadidae family. Skinless portions for surimi production. HTS 0304.95.10 covers frozen fillets of these deep-water species in bulk containers.
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
• Provide chain of custody docs tracing from vessel to confirm legal wild-caught status
• Label with country of catch and processor to meet traceability requirements
• Avoid mincing if possible, as minced may require separate verification