Fresh Chilled Greenland Shark

Whole fresh or chilled Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus), known for hakarl fermentation in Iceland. HTS 0302.81.00.91 applies to this 'other' shark as fresh/chilled excluding fillets.

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.

0302.99.00.00Same rate: 35%

If other unspecified freshwater fish

Post-shark headings cover other fish not elsewhere specified.

0306.94.00.00Same rate: 35%

If just edible offal

Edible fish offal is directed to heading 0306, not whole fish.

1902.20.00Higher: 41.4% vs 35%

If made into pellets for pasta

Pellets fit for human consumption (per chapter note) go to Chapter 19 if processed further.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Note high urea content; ensure processing declarations if for fermentation

Comply with Marine Mammal Protection Act if misidentified with marine mammals

Use expedited shipping to minimize ammonia off-gassing in chilled state