Fresh Whiting Hake
Fresh whiting hake (Urophycis regius), also known as spotted hake, chilled whole fish from the Gulf of Mexico. This species is classified under Urophycis spp. in the tariff item, which includes hake species not specifically named elsewhere, and is covered here because it is fresh or chilled and not filleted or otherwise processed.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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- CFIA
All Programs · Required
CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY: CFIA All Programs requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Within Range 0301110000–0309909900).
- ECCC
Wildlife Enforcement - commodity may be regulated by ECCC · Required
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE CHANGE CANADA: ECCC Wildlife Enforcement - commodity may be regulated by ECCC requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Starts With 0302).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fish is frozen at any point during transport or storage
Frozen hake is classified under heading 03.03 for frozen fish, not the fresh or chilled heading 03.02.
If the product is prepared as fillets or minced fish meat
Fillets and other fish meat are excluded from heading 03.02 and fall under heading 03.04.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a detailed product description on customs documents, including the scientific name Urophycis regius, to avoid misclassification
• Confirm the fish is not frozen, as frozen product would be classified under heading 03.03
• Be aware that if the fish is imported for human consumption, it must meet Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) standards for freshness and safety
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