Dried Hake Fillets from Japan
Merluccius hubbsi hake fillets air-dried without smoking, from Merlucciidae family. HTS 0305.32.00.90 covers 'other' fillets from this group, preserved by drying or salting for extended shelf life.
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 fishing logs or DNA testing for family confirmation (Merlucciidae) to avoid disputes
• Ensure fillets are skinned/boned as needed; bulk packaging common pitfall for retail misclass
• Adhere to USDA/NOAA traceability for sustainable sourcing certifications