Frozen Pacific Cod (Gadus macrocephalus) Scaled

Frozen scaled-only Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus), head/tail intact, minimal processing. HTS 0303.63.0090 'other' for such frozen Gadidae cod forms.

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.

0304.69.00.00Same rate: 35%

If other frozen fillets not cod-specific

Generic fish fillets outside Gadidae specificity go to broader 0304.69.

2009.89.70Lower: 25% vs 35%

If pickled after thawing

Fish preserved in vinegar/acid becomes Chapter 20 preparations.

2106.90.72Lower: 26% vs 35%

If fish protein extracts derived

Extracts, concentrates of fish proteins classify as food preparations in 2106.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Scale removal certification avoids 'dressed' misclass

Batch testing for parasites per FDA import alerts

Pack in consumer-ready boxes if retail-bound

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