Frozen Hake Fillets Bulk Pack from Japan
Frozen silver hake (Merluccius bilinearis) fillets in immediate bulk containers over 6.8 kg, destined for foodservice or further processing. HTS 0304.99.11 applies to frozen other fish fillets not elsewhere specified, in non-retail large packaging.
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
• Obtain prior notice via FDA's system for all frozen fish shipments to prevent holds at port
• Document exact container weights and confirm no immediate consumer packaging to stay in bulk category
• Watch for IUU fishing certifications required for hake from certain origins like Argentina