Salted Pollock in Brine from Japan
Alaska pollock preserved in a saltwater brine solution, neither dried nor smoked, retaining full moisture. Fits HTS 0305.69.60.01 for 'other' salted or brined fish excluding offal. Commonly used in Asian cuisines for fermentation bases.
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
• Document brine composition to differentiate from dry-salted products and secure correct duty rate
• Comply with Section 609 if any shrimp contamination risk, though not applicable to finfish
• Label clearly as 'salted fish in brine' to prevent reclassification during inspection