Frozen Breaded Cod Fish Sticks from Japan
Frozen fish sticks made from cod fillets, breaded and coated with batter for easy preparation. These qualify under HTS 1604.20.50.90 as other breaded fish sticks of any size or shape, distinct from specified species like salmon or tuna. They are pre-prepared for retail 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 breading composition meets FDA standards for seafood processing and include processing certificates
• Provide documentation on fish origin to comply with country-of-origin marking for seafood products
• Avoid misclassification by confirming the product is fully breaded and not plain frozen fillets