Fresh Whiting Hake Tray 3kg

Southeastern hake (Urophycis cirrata), scaled with fins off, chilled in 3kg polystyrene tray with absorbent pad. Under HTS 0302.54.11.00 as qualifying hake species, scaled minimally processed in small container.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+35.0%38%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

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

0302.89.50Lower: 35% vs 38%

If other non-Gadidae family saltwater fish

Hake not specifically Merluccius/Urophycis would fall under general other fish subheading.

0713.10.20.00Lower: 35% vs 38%

If made into fish pellets

Chapter note defines pellets separately; agglomerated products go to 0309 if human food but processed differently.

0302.52.00.00Lower: 35% vs 38%

If haddock specifically

Haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus) from listed families has dedicated subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Immediate container means outermost retail pack; no secondary bulk boxing before entry

Declare exact species (Urophycis spp.); generic 'hake' may trigger CBP verification

Avoid moisture loss claims; ensure chain of cold from vessel to import

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