Frozen Patagonian Hake Meat from Japan
Frozen meat from Patagonian hake (Macruronus magellanicus), Moridae family, often in blocks. Classified as other under HTS 0304.95.90.00 for gadiforms.
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
• Include origin certificates due to Argentina/Chile export regs
• Test for heavy metals common in deep-sea gadiforms
• Document as unseasoned to stay in Chapter 3