Brined Pollock Offcuts from Japan
Trimmings and offcuts from pollock filleting preserved in salt brine, used in soups or pet food. HTS 0305.69.10.42 includes these as other pollock if not classified as edible offal, per hierarchy.
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
• Differentiate offcuts from offal via photos/specs; offal goes to 0305.90
• Declare for human vs pet food use to guide inspection levels
• Ensure no binders added, avoiding pellet definition