Chilled Pollock Fish Meat Blocks
Chilled pollock fish meat blocks are block-formed pollock meat from filleting trim, chilled without mincing or binders. These are classified under tariff item 0304.53.00 as 'other fish meat' of the Gadidae family, provided they are not minced or formed into pellets. The product must be fresh or chilled and not contain any added binders or agglomerating agents.
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 blocks are frozen rather than chilled
Frozen fish meat blocks are classified under the frozen subheading of heading 03.04.
If the blocks are minced or ground into a paste
Minced fish meat, even if formed into blocks, falls under other subheadings of heading 03.04 for prepared fish meat.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pollock meat blocks are not minced or ground, as minced fish meat may be classified under a different subheading
• Verify that no binders or additives have been used to form the blocks, as this could change the classification
• Maintain the chilled state during transport and provide documentation of the species (Gadus chalcogrammus) for CBSA verification
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