Scaled Salted Hake Whole (Urophycis spp.) from Japan
Urophycis hake preserved in salt, scales removed but otherwise whole, not dried or smoked. Fits HTS 0305.69.10.21 as hake processed solely by scale removal. Bulk import for further food industry use.
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
• Provide scale-removal certification; ensure no fins/guts removed to stay in this subheading
• Test for binder absence as per chapter notes on pellets to avoid misclassification
• Use ventilated packaging to maintain brine state without drying en route