Brined Cusk Tails from Japan
Tail sections of cusk fish immersed in brine preservative, skin-on, no drying. Falls under HTS 0305.69.10.49 as specified salted cusk parts, valued for firm texture.
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
• Specify anatomical cuts (tails vs fillets) clearly to prevent offal disputes
• Maintain temperature logs showing no freezing/drying conditions
• Partner with HTS-specialized customs brokers for gadoid species