Salted American Hake Skinless Fillets from Japan
Skinless fillets of American hake (Merluccius albidus), preserved solely by salting in brine. Precisely classified in HTS 0305.69.10.41 for hake salted but not dried/smoked. Popular in European bacalhau 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
• Include commercial invoice detailing fillet cut, salt %, and no heat treatment
• Register with FDA for fish importer status and file prior notice 2-8 hours pre-arrival
• Avoid over-salting that mimics drying; aim for <20% weight loss per customs precedents