0305.62.00.60/Wet Salted Cod Whole Fish/Japan

Wet Salted Cod Whole Fish from Japan

Whole Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) wet-salted in brine barrels, holding steady 46-50% moisture content, classifiable at HTS 0305.62.0060. Intended for ethnic markets requiring traditional salting methods. Remains uncooked and undried.

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%

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Import Tips

• Use wooden barrels compliant with phytosanitary standards; plastic liners prevent wood import issues

• Quantify brine volume separately in entries to calculate correct dutiable value

• Inspect for parasites pre-shipment; US rejects common in whole salted fish