Brined Pacific Cod Loins from Japan
Boneless loins from Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) soaked in brine, retaining over 50% moisture by weight for optimal freshness in restaurants and markets. Fits HTS 0305.62.0050 as 'other' salted cod in brine, excluding offal or smoked varieties.
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
• Label with exact species and moisture analysis to prevent CBP challenges during examination
• Ensure cold chain integrity in transit; temperature logs required for perishable salted fish
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'pickled' which could trigger food additive reviews