Fish Cake Patties from Japan
Pre-formed patties made from minced white fish like pollock or cod, seasoned and steamed or fried, packed in airtight containers under 6.8 kg. Classified under HTS 1604.20.25.00 as 'other' prepared fish in the form of cakes, not in oil, for immediate consumption.
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
• Verify container weight does not exceed 6.8 kg including contents to qualify for this subheading
• Provide species identification and processing details in documentation to avoid misclassification
• Ensure no oil packing; common pitfall is residue leading to reclassification under oil-packed codes