Salted Urophycis Hake Whole Fish from Japan
Whole gutted Urophycis spp. hake salted for preservation, in brine packs, unsmoked and undried. HTS 0305.69.10 covers this exact species group as 'salted but not dried or smoked' fish.
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
• Use DNA testing certificates for Urophycis spp. identification to avoid generic 'other fish' classification
• Ensure packaging prevents drying during transit; include moisture content reports
• Declare exact salinity levels to Customs for proper duty assessment