Salted Pollock Heads in Brine from Japan
Pollock heads salted and brined, excluding edible offal intent. HTS 0305.69.10 as non-offal salted pollock parts.
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
• Heads straddle offal line; describe as 'for stock' not fillets
• Heavy salting prevents spoilage claims
• Industrial use docs for lower scrutiny