Wet Salted Cod Whole Fish from Japan
Ungutted whole Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) treated with wet salting or brine, moisture content by weight ≤43%, not dried or smoked. Under HTS 0305.62.0080 as other salted cod forms suitable for ethnic markets. Preserves freshness for traditional desalting and cooking.
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
• Document whole fish handling to distinguish from fillets; include photos or specs in entry
• Monitor for moisture migration in shipping; use ventilated containers to stay under 43% threshold
• Adhere to Lacey Act declarations for species and harvest origin to prevent seizures