Headless Salted Pacific Cod from Japan
Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) with heads removed, salted in brine, moisture content ≤43% by weight, not dried or smoked. Classified under HTS 0305.62.0045 due to specific processing by head removal and low moisture in the cod category. Ideal for further processing into fillets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide processing certificates showing only heads removed to justify minimal processing status
• Test for histamine levels as required for salted fish under FDA import alerts
• Use refrigerated containers to maintain quality during transit