Salted Atlantic Cod Fillets from Japan
Skin-on fillets from Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) preserved in brine with a moisture content of 44% by weight. This product is salted but not dried or smoked, fitting HTS 0305.62.00.70 as it specifies cod with moisture between 43-45%. It is typically used in gourmet seafood dishes after light rinsing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct precise moisture content testing using AOAC methods to confirm 43-45% range; deviations shift to adjacent subheadings
• Provide certificates of origin and sustainability docs for cod to avoid antidumping duties on certain origins
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as 'dried' if moisture exceeds 45%, which moves to 0305.51