Pacific Black Cod Sablefish in 5lb Scaled Pack

Fresh chilled Pacific black cod, scientific name sablefish (Anoplopoma fimbria), scaled and headless, in 5 lb (2.27 kg) immediate containers. Fits HTS 0302.89.11.20 as scaled sablefish, fresh/chilled, small packs, excluding fillets or unscaled. Common in sushi-grade imports.

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.

0304.94Lower: 16% vs 38%

If processed into fillets or steaks

Any separated fish meat/fillets defaults to heading 0304, superseding whole fish classifications.

0305.39.40Higher: 40% vs 38%

If dried, salted, or in brine

Dried/salted fish of 0305 excludes fresh/chilled; preservation method changes chapter.

0302.92.00.00Lower: 35% vs 38%

If from specific exclusions like tuna, but misidentified

Subheadings 0302.91-0302.99 exclude certain species; sablefish is 'other' but errors shift it.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use 'sablefish' or 'Anoplopoma fimbria' explicitly on commercial invoice; trade names like 'black cod' alone may trigger scrutiny

Obtain prior notice via FDA PARS system 2-8 hours pre-arrival for seafood safety compliance

Verify container gross/net weights; over 6.8kg risks duty recalculation to bulk rates