Salted Pollock Fillets in Brine from Japan
Fillets from Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma) preserved in brine with added salt, not dried or smoked. Classified under HTS 0305.39.61.80 for other non-smoked fish fillets in brine. Popular in Asian cuisines for its mild flavor.
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 lab analysis confirming salt content and brine preservation to distinguish from fresh fillets
• Label packages clearly as 'in brine, not smoked' to prevent reclassification during customs inspection
• Monitor quotas or duties specific to pollock from certain origins and ensure HACCP compliance