Fresh Chilled Whiting
Fresh or chilled whole Pacific whiting (Merlangius merlangus), a member of the Gadidae family, imported whole and not filleted. This product is classified under tariff item 0302.59.00 as 'Other' fish of specified families, excluding edible fish offal, and is used in fresh fish markets and sushi preparation.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the whiting is imported as fillets
Fish fillets are classified under heading 03.04, which covers fillets and other fish meat.
If the whiting is frozen rather than fresh or chilled
Frozen fish of the Gadidae family is classified under heading 03.03.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the whiting is whole and fresh or chilled, with no filleting or processing, to match the tariff item
• Provide a detailed species identification (Merlangius merlangus) on the customs declaration
• Be aware that some whiting species may be subject to quota or import restrictions under Canadian fisheries regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 0302.59.00
Bulk Chilled Pollock for Fishmeal
Bulk chilled whole pollock imported for fishmeal production, but still in fresh or chilled form and not processed into fillets or meat. Under tariff item 0302.59.00, classification is based on form and state, not end-use, so it remains a whole fish of the Gadidae family.
Chilled Gadidae Pollock Mix
Assorted chilled whole pollock species, including Alaska, saithe, and blue pollock, all from the Gadidae family, imported fresh or chilled. Mixed species are still classified under tariff item 0302.59.00 as 'other' fish, provided they are not fillets or meat.
Chilled Head-Off Gutted Pollock
Head-off, gutted (HOG) pollock, fresh or chilled, still considered a whole fish for tariff purposes as it is not further processed into fillets or meat. This product falls under tariff item 0302.59.00 for Gadidae fish, excluding edible offal.
Chilled Pollock for Surimi Processing
Fresh chilled whole pollock optimized for surimi production, from the Gadidae family, imported in whole form. Despite industrial end-use, classification under tariff item 0302.59.00 is based on the product's form and state, not its intended use.
Chilled Scaled Cod in 3kg Vacuum Pack
Chilled scaled Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) from the Gadidae family, headed, gutted, and scaled, packed in 3kg vacuum bags for retail. This minimally processed fish is classified under tariff item 0302.59.00 as 'Other' fish of the specified families, fresh or chilled, excluding fillets and offal.
Chilled Scaled Whiting in 6kg Tin
Freshly caught and chilled whiting (Merlangius merlangus) from the Gadidae family, scaled with heads, viscera, and fins removed, packed in airtight containers weighing 6kg or less. This product falls under tariff item 0302.59.00 as 'Other' fish of the specified families, fresh or chilled, not further processed into fillets or meat.