Smoked Haddock Fillets from Japan
Boneless smoked haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus) fillets, typically hot-smoked for flavor preservation. Falls under HTS 0305.49.40.20 as smoked haddock, explicitly listed in this subheading for specific Northeast Atlantic species.
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 lab analysis or supplier affidavits confirming haddock species to prevent reclassification during inspection
• Label products clearly with smoking method (hot/cold) and ensure moisture content complies with preservation standards
• Check for EU export health certificates if sourced from Europe, as required for smoked fish entry