Frozen Pollock Fillets from Japan
Frozen Alaska pollock (Gadus chalcogrammus) fillets, widely used in surimi production. HTS 0304.99.91.90 covers other frozen ocean fish fillets not listed in principal headings. Excludes flours or pellets per chapter notes.
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
• Provide catch certificates for sustainability claims and IUU fishing compliance
• Ensure no binders added, as agglomerated products qualify as pellets under chapter definition
• Separate from surimi blocks to maintain fillet classification