Frozen Hake Surimi Bulk Blocks from Japan
Minced hake fish meat formed into frozen surimi blocks over 15 kg each, destined for further processing into kamaboko. Falls under HTS 0304.99.11.04 for frozen other fish meat, minced surimi in bulk containers. Excludes pelletized forms per chapter notes.
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
• Obtain FDA prior notice for fish imports and ensure HACCP plans cover surimi washing/decoloring steps
• Document immediate container integrity to avoid reclassification as immediate packs under 6.8 kg
• Test for histamine levels common in minced fish products during frozen storage