Brined Pollock for Surimi Production from Japan
Industrial-grade pollock in brine, destined for surimi mince but imported as salted whole cuts. Fits 0305.69.10.42 as non-dried, non-smoked pollock for further processing, outside pellet agglomeration notes.
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
• Declare intended end-use as surimi to preempt 0309 reclassification; include buyer contracts
• Test for moisture content proving brine preservation over drying
• FDA prior notice required; avoid shrimp contamination per Section 609 note