Frozen Argentine Hake HG
Frozen Argentine hake (Merluccius hubbsi), headed and gutted, packed in 15 kg cartons. This product is a whole fish form, not fillets or other meat of heading 03.04, and is fit for human consumption, falling under tariff item 0303.66.00 for hake of the Merluccius spp.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the hake is not of the Merluccius or Urophycis genera
Other frozen fish not elsewhere specified would fall under this residual heading.
If the product is further processed into fillets or other fish meat
Fillets and other fish meat are classified under heading 03.04, not 03.03.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is clearly labeled with the scientific name Merluccius hubbsi and the country of origin
• Verify that the fish are not processed beyond heading and gutting to avoid reclassification under heading 03.04
• Keep catch documentation and health certificates ready for CBSA inspection
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