Dried Salted Cod Fillets from Japan
Thin fillets of Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) that have been dried and salted for preservation, without smoking. This product falls under HTS 0305.39.61.80 as fish fillets processed by drying and salting but not smoked, classified as 'other' within the category. It is commonly used in traditional dishes like bacalhau.
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
• Verify fish species via documentation to confirm classification under 'other' fillets and avoid misclassification as headed fish
• Provide certificates of origin and processing method proofs to demonstrate not smoked, as required for Chapter 3 entries
• Check for anti-dumping duties on specific cod sources and ensure proper cold chain documentation during import