IQF Frozen Dogfish Portions (Squalus spp.)
Individually quick frozen (IQF) skin-on portions of dogfish (Squalus spp.), not skinned or filleted, preserving the whole form without meat separation. These are classified under tariff item 0303.81.00 as frozen dogfish and other sharks, as they are not advanced processed. The product is used in retail bait or specialty markets.
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 portions are from a shark species not considered 'dogfish'
Other frozen shark species may fall under this residual subheading.
If the portions are cut into fillets or meat pieces
Frozen fish fillets and other fish meat are classified in heading 03.04.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the IQF portions are not fillets or meat, as those would be classified under heading 03.04
• Provide species identification (Squalus spp.) and processing details to CBSA
• Ensure 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.