Frozen Silky Shark
Frozen silky shark (Carcharhinus falciformis), a pelagic species often caught as bycatch, presented whole and excluding any fillets or meat. It is classified under tariff item 0303.81.00 as 'dogfish and other sharks' because it is a shark species not excluded by Chapter 3 notes. The product is frozen and not processed beyond simple cleaning.
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 shark species is not listed under 'dogfish and other sharks'
Other frozen fish not elsewhere specified may apply to shark species not covered by 0303.81.
If the shark is cut into fillets or meat
Frozen fish fillets and meat are classified under heading 03.04.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Be prepared to provide scientific name (Carcharhinus falciformis) and catch documentation, as silky sharks may be subject to conservation measures
• Ensure the shark is whole or minimally processed, as fillets would fall under heading 03.04
• Verify that the product is fit for human consumption to avoid Chapter 5 classification
Related Products under Tariff item 0303.81.00
Bulk Frozen Dogfish for Processing (Squalus megalops)
Bulk-packed frozen shortspine spurdog (Squalus megalops) in totes, whole round, primarily for omega-3 oil extraction or mincing. As a whole fish, it is not processed into fillets or other meat of heading 03.04, so it is classified under tariff item 0303.81.00 for dogfish and other sharks.
Frozen Blacktip Shark
Frozen whole blacktip shark (Carcharhinus limbatus), a coastal species commonly used in soups and steaks. This product is presented whole, not as fillets or other fish meat of heading 03.04, and is therefore classified under tariff item 0303.81.00 for dogfish and other sharks.
Frozen Blue Shark
Frozen whole blue shark (Prionace glauca), a pelagic species often used for meat and fishmeal production. As a whole fish, it is not processed into fillets or other meat of heading 03.04, so it falls under tariff item 0303.81.00 for dogfish and other sharks.
Frozen Bull Shark
Frozen whole bull shark (Carcharhinus leucas), an estuarine species with firm meat suitable for grilling. The product is presented whole, often with heads and guts removed, but not reduced to fillets or other meat of heading 03.04, so it is classified under tariff item 0303.81.00.
Frozen Dogfish Whole (Squalus acanthias)
Whole frozen dogfish (Squalus acanthias), typically caught in cold Atlantic waters, supplied ungutted with head and fins intact. As a whole fish, it is not processed into fillets or other meat of heading 03.04, so it falls under tariff item 0303.81.00 for dogfish and other sharks.
Frozen Greenland Shark
Frozen whole Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus), a large Arctic species used in traditional Icelandic fermentation. As a whole fish, it is not processed into fillets or other meat of heading 03.04, so it falls under tariff item 0303.81.00 for dogfish and other sharks.