Frozen Ocean Perch Fillet Portions Bulk Totes from Japan
Pre-cut frozen portions of ocean perch fillets in large totes over 6.8 kg for foodservice suppliers. Classified in HTS 0304.99.11.70 as other frozen fish meat of ocean perch in immediate bulk containers. Not flours, meals, or pellets per chapter definitions.
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
• Inspect for proper HTS hierarchy documentation to avoid default to general fish meat rates
• Ensure no individual retail packaging within bulk to maintain classification
• Test for histamine levels common in scombroid-risk fish