Salted Cod Bellies from Japan
Cod (Gadus morhua) belly flaps salted in brine, retaining moisture content ≤43% by weight, neither dried nor smoked. Fits HTS 0305.62.0080 as other cod parts beyond standard fillets. Popular in gourmet applications like cured fish platters.
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
• Differentiate bellies from offal in docs; they are muscle trims, not waste
• Use calibrated scales for moisture verification; slight overages risk higher duties
• Comply with EU/US seafood safety standards for histamine in high-moisture salted products