Air-Dried Cod Backs
Air-dried cod backs from Gadus morhua, dried without salt or smoking, are muscle tissue used in stocks and traditional dishes. They fall under tariff item 0305.51.00 as dried cod, not smoked, and are fit for human consumption.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cod backs are dried but from a species not listed in 0305.51.00
Other dried fish not specifically covered by the cod item
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is clearly labeled as dried cod (Gadus morhua) and not smoked
• Provide documentation of the drying process to CBSA if requested
• Verify that the product meets Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) import requirements for fish
Related Products under Tariff item 0305.51.00
Artisanal Dried Cod Racks
Artisanal dried cod racks, including ribs and backbone attached, from Gadus morhua, are slow-dried for premium markets. These are dried cod products, not offal, and fit under tariff item 0305.51.00.
Brined and Dried Greenland Cod
Brined and dried Greenland cod (Gadus ogac) is soaked in brine then dried, yielding firm fish for soups or grilling. It falls under tariff item 0305.51.00 as dried cod in brine, not smoked.
Clipfish Cod
Clipfish cod, made by pressing, salting, and drying Gadus morhua into blocks, is a traditional salted dried cod product. It fits under tariff item 0305.51.00 as salted dried cod, not smoked.
Dried Atlantic Cod Fillets
Dried Atlantic cod fillets, air-dried without smoking, preserve natural flavor and are suitable for human consumption. They fall under tariff item 0305.51.00 as dried cod, not smoked.
Dried Cod Cheeks
Dried cod cheeks from Gadus macrocephalus are gently dried to highlight flavor, popular in Asian and European markets. They are dried cod parts fit for human consumption, under tariff item 0305.51.00.
Dried Cod for Soup Bases
Shredded dried Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) packaged for soup bases rehydrates easily and is a whole fish product. It fits under tariff item 0305.51.00 as dried cod, not smoked or offal.