Salted Alaskan Pacific Cod Fillets from Japan
High-quality fillets from Alaskan Gadus macrocephalus cod, lightly salted in brine to achieve 44.5% moisture. Classified in HTS 0305.62.00.70 for cod salted but not dried or smoked. Popular in Asian markets for drying or grilling.
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
• Obtain MSC or similar certification for Alaskan cod to qualify for duty preferences
• Document brine salinity levels (>15% typically) to prove preservation method