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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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