Salted Hake Fillets from Japan
Skin-on hake fillets lightly salted and brined, excluding any drying or smoking. HTS 0305.69.60.01 covers these as other non-edible-offal salted fish. Used in South American ceviches and stews.
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
• Test moisture content to confirm not dried, as >20% moisture loss triggers 0305.41
• Use ISF filings timely for ocean shipments of perishable salted fish
• Check for country-specific quotas on hake under trade agreements