Salted Alaska Pollock-Herring Hybrid in Brine
A cultured hybrid herring product derived from Clupea pallasii, salted and packed in brine without drying or smoking. This item is classified under 0305.61.00 as it is a herring species that is salted and in brine, and is intended for use in specialty aquaculture feeds or gourmet food applications.
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 herring hybrid is not specifically listed under 0305.61.00 and is another salted fish in brine
Other salted fish not elsewhere specified may fall under this residual subheading.
If the product is unfit for human consumption and used as animal feed
Flours, meals, and pellets of fish unfit for human consumption are classified in Chapter 23.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the hybrid species is indeed Clupea pallasii or Clupea harengus, as other species may not qualify for this tariff item
• If the product is for aquaculture feed, verify whether it is fit for human consumption; if not, it may be excluded from Chapter 3
• Provide scientific documentation to CBSA to support the species classification
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