Frozen Skinned Pacific Hake Blocks
Frozen skinned Pacific hake (Merluccius productus, Merlucciidae) in large blocks over 4.5 kg for industrial grinding into fishmeal or patties. This product falls under tariff item 0304.79.00 as a frozen fillet of the Merlucciidae family, not elsewhere specified.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the hake fillets are not in large blocks
Specific heading for frozen hake fillets, which takes precedence over 'other'.
If the product is ground into fishmeal unfit for human consumption
Fishmeal for animal feed is classified in Chapter 23.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the blocks are over 4.5 kg and skinned for this classification
• Document the species as Merluccius productus and the intended use for processing
• Verify if the product qualifies for duty relief under the Customs Tariff's end-use provisions
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