Whole Brined Cod over 50% Moisture from Japan
Entire Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) in brine solution with moisture content surpassing 50% by weight, unsalted equivalent via wet salting. HTS 0305.62.0010 includes fish in brine as salted/not dried, unprocessed beyond whole. For wet-pack cod sales.
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
• Measure total moisture including brine absorption in lab reports for threshold proof
• Use food-grade brine and declare salinity percentage on labels
• Prepare for CBP moisture sampling at ports like Boston or Seattle