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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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