Frozen Hickory Shad Fillets-Exempt Whole
Whole frozen hickory shad, a migratory anadromous fish presented intact, is classified under tariff item 0303.89.00 as 'Other' frozen fish. This product is not a processed fillet and is distinct from pellet forms per chapter notes.
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 shad is filleted or cut into meat
Frozen fish fillets or meat fall under heading 03.04.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the hickory shad is presented whole and intact; any filleting would reclassify it under heading 03.04
• Verify the species (Alosa mediocris) on the invoice to support the classification
• If the fish is for human consumption, ensure it meets CFIA standards
Related Products under Tariff item 0303.89.00
Frozen Alewife Shad
Block-frozen whole alewife shad, used for bait and processing, is classified under tariff item 0303.89.00 as 'Other' frozen fish. This product is not a fillet or fish meat of heading 03.04, and it is presented whole, excluding edible offal subheadings.
Frozen American Shad Whole
Whole frozen American shad, presented ungutted for preservation, is classified under tariff item 0303.89.00 as 'Other' frozen fish. This product excludes fillets and meat of heading 03.04, and it is not edible offal.
Frozen Anchovies
Whole frozen anchovies (Engraulis spp.), excluding fillets, intended for human consumption. These small fish are not specifically named in other subheadings of heading 03.03, so they fall under the 'other' tariff item.
Frozen Argentine Sea Smelt
Frozen whole Argentine sea smelts (Hypomesus japonicus), caught in Pacific waters, excluding fillets or meat of heading 03.04. These are typically sold ungutted and are classified as 'other' frozen fish.
Frozen Atlantic Cod
Whole frozen Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) weighing under 7 kg each, presented without fillets or other processing. This product falls under tariff item 0303.89.00 as 'other' frozen fish, as it does not meet the specific subheading criteria for cod under 0303.85.
Frozen Atlantic Mackerel
Whole frozen Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus), excluding fillets and meat, suitable for human consumption. This species is not listed in the more specific subheadings of heading 03.03, so it is classified as 'other' frozen fish.