Block-Frozen Alaska Pollock Re-Chilled from Canada
Alaska pollock initially block-frozen but thawed and re-chilled for import as fresh under strict controls, classified 'Other' HTS 0302.55.5000 if proven fresh-like. Gadidae family fish for premium markets.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Lab tests proving no freeze damage and bacterial counts for fresh equivalence
• Detailed thawing protocol in shipping manifests
• Risk of reclassification to frozen if temp logs show below 0°C history