Perch Cakes from Japan
Yellow perch fish cakes are hand-formed from lake perch flakes, herbs, and minimal binders, frozen for retail. Under HTS 1604.20.30.00 as other fish cakes not in oil, aligning with prepared fish excluding fresh or oiled forms.
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
• Sourcing from Great Lakes? Ensure USMCA preferences if qualifying
• Batch code for traceability; critical for US seafood safety recalls
• Confirm no egg content to avoid caviar substitute confusion