Frozen Norwegian Herring
Frozen Norwegian Herring consists of whole Norwegian spring-spawning herring (Clupea harengus) from the Norwegian Sea. It is classified under tariff item 0303.51.00 as it is a frozen whole fish of the exact species specified, regardless of the stock or origin.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the herring is of a different species
Other frozen fish species are classified under this alternative.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment under a trade agreement
• Ensure the herring is whole and not processed into fillets
• Confirm the species Clupea harengus on all shipping documents
Related Products under Tariff item 0303.51.00
Block Frozen Herring
Block Frozen Herring consists of whole herring (Clupea spp.) frozen in large blocks of 20-40 kg for industrial use. It falls under tariff item 0303.51.00 as it is a frozen fish of the species Clupea harengus or Clupea pallasii, and the form of freezing does not affect classification.
Frozen Alaskan Herring Roe-on
Frozen Alaskan Herring Roe-on consists of whole Pacific herring (Clupea pallasii) with roe intact, frozen for preservation. It is classified under tariff item 0303.51.00 because the roe is not separated as offal, and the product remains whole fish of a named species.
Frozen Atlantic Herring Whole
Frozen Atlantic Herring Whole consists of whole Atlantic herring (Clupea harengus) caught in the North Atlantic and frozen below -18°C. It falls under tariff item 0303.51.00 as it is a frozen whole fish of the specified species, regardless of the fishing area.
Frozen Herring for Bait
Frozen Herring for Bait consists of whole herring (Clupea harengus membras subspecies) frozen and packaged for use as fishing bait. It is classified under tariff item 0303.51.00 because the tariff classification is based on species and frozen state, not end use, and the fish are not unfit for human consumption.
Frozen Herring in Consumer Packs
Frozen Herring in Consumer Packs consists of whole Pacific herring (Clupea pallasii) packed in 1 kg retail-ready bags. It falls under tariff item 0303.51.00 as packaging does not alter the classification of frozen whole fish of the specified species.
Frozen Pacific Herring Whole
Frozen Pacific Herring Whole consists of whole Pacific herring (Clupea pallasii) from Alaskan waters, deep-frozen for long-term storage. It falls under tariff item 0303.51.00 as it is a frozen whole fish of the specified species, without filleting or processing.