Dried Hake Fillets from Japan
Skinless, boneless fillets of European hake (Merluccius merluccius) dried without salting or smoking. This fits HTS 0305.39.61.80 as other dried fish fillets not smoked. Used in Mediterranean dried fish preparations.
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
• Submit drying process affidavits to prove no smoking occurred, as customs may test for smoke residues
• Ensure country-of-origin labeling matches sustainable fishing certifications if required by buyers
• Avoid pitfalls by declaring exact moisture content, as overly dry products risk pellet classification