Salted Carp Steaks
Salted carp steaks are cut portions of carp (Cyprinus spp.) preserved in salt without drying or smoking, a common preparation in Eastern European cuisine. They fall under tariff item 0305.64.00 as fish salted but not dried or smoked, specifically for tilapias, catfish, carp, eels, Nile perch, and snakeheads.
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 carp steaks are smoked
Smoked fish, whether or not cooked before or during smoking, is classified under heading 03.05, specifically for smoked fish.
If the carp steaks are fresh or chilled, not salted
Fresh or chilled fish fillets are classified under heading 03.04, not under salted fish.
If the carp steaks are dried, not salted
Dried fish, even if also salted, falls under heading 03.05 for dried fish, not the salted-only subheading.
Not sure which classification is right?
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 salted but not dried or smoked; if dried, it falls under heading 03.05 instead
• Verify the species is Cyprinus spp. and provide scientific names on the commercial invoice
• Check if a fish import licence from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is required
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