Scaled Pacific Hake Portions 4kg

Pacific hake (Merluccius productus), scaled with viscera removed, cut into large portions but skin-on bone-in, chilled in 4kg net pack. Remains under 0302.54.11.00 as not filleted/otherwise processed beyond permitted removals.

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.

0304.93.10Lower: 35% vs 38%

If skinned or boned portions

Skinless/boneless cuts become 'other fish meat' under heading 0304.

0306.14Lower: 10% vs 38%

If dried after scaling

Dried (not smoked) hake classified under 0305.44 but legal notes exclude certain processing.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Portions must retain skin/scales evidence; skinless risks 0304 reclassification

Use ATPA reefer containers; maintain 0-2°C with data loggers for proof

Pre-clear with FDA via prior notice for low-risk chilled fish

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