Salted Greenland Cod Blocks from Japan
Skin-on blocks of Greenland cod (Gadus ogac) preserved in heavy brine, maintaining moisture content ≤43% by weight, without drying or smoking. This fits HTS 0305.62.0080 as 'other' salted cod products beyond fillets. Commonly used in traditional Scandinavian or Portuguese recipes.
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 (Gadus ogac) and moisture certification to match the HTS criteria precisely
• Comply with US Customs salinity tests; excessive drying during storage could trigger reclassification
• Prepare for potential country-of-origin quotas on cod; include fishing vessel details if required