Industrial Frozen Hake Meat Blocks
Large-scale frozen blocks exceeding 4.5 kg of skinned hake (Merluccius hubbsi) fillets, portioned for mincing into fishmeal alternatives or uniform cuts. These are frozen hake fillets, classified under the tariff item for hake (Merluccius spp.) in heading 03.04.
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 hake is dried, salted, or smoked rather than frozen.
Preserved fish falls under heading 03.05.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is fit for human consumption, as fish unfit for human consumption falls under Chapter 5
• Label the blocks with the species and weight to facilitate classification
• Be prepared to provide a sample or specification sheet if requested by CBSA
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