Frozen Argentine Hake Fillet Blocks from United States
Frozen blocks of Argentine hake (Merluccius hubbsi) fillets, skinned and divided into pieces, each block exceeding 4.5 kg. These blocks are intended for subsequent grinding into uniform sizes for surimi production, which aligns with the tariff item for frozen hake fillets under heading 03.04.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Ensure the blocks are clearly labeled with the species (Merluccius hubbsi) and net weight to facilitate CBSA classification
• Verify that the product is fit for human consumption, as unfit fish would fall under Chapter 5
• Keep records of the processing intent (e.g
• surimi production) in case of inquiry