Fresh Atlantic Cod (Gadus morhua)

Freshly caught Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) from the North Atlantic, delivered whole and chilled for immediate processing or sale. Classified under HTS 0302.51.0010 as fresh or chilled Atlantic cod from the Gadidae family, excluding fillets or offal. Not processed into pellets or meals suitable for human consumption.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0303.51.00.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen instead of chilled

Frozen Atlantic cod shifts to Chapter 3 heading 0303 for frozen fish of the same species.

0304.61.00.00Same rate: 35%

If processed into skinless fillets

Fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304 apply to headed, gutted, or filleted products.

0305.51.00Same rate: 35%

If dried, salted, or smoked

Dried, salted, or smoked Atlantic cod falls under heading 0305 for preserved fish.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fish is Gadus morhua species via scientific documentation; misidentification leads to reclassification

Maintain cold chain with temperature logs below 4°C to qualify as 'chilled' and avoid spoilage duties

Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure no antibiotics exceed residue limits for Gadidae imports