Pollock Flakes in Oil Canned from Japan
Canned pollock (Alaska pollock) meat flakes preserved in vegetable oil, airtight for use in ready meals or bait. Under HTS 1604.19.25.00 as pollock (Theragra chalcogramma) in oil, pieces not minced.
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
• Include fishery certificate for sustainable sourcing; pitfall is illegal fishing penalties under Magnuson-Stevens
• Document oil type (veg vs olive) accurately for duty verification
• Batch testing for contaminants common for pollock imports