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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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