Dried Haddock Fillets from Japan
Fillets of haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus, Gadidae), dried and lightly salted, not smoked. Under HTS 0305.53.00.00 as non-cod Gadidae dried fish, popular in British fish and chips prep.
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
• Obtain veterinary certificates confirming no smoking and species verification
• Declare exact drying method (air, sun) to prevent confusion with smoked products
• Monitor salt levels to avoid reclassification as brined under different provisions