Frozen Cusk Steaks from China
Frozen cross-section steaks cut from whole cusk, retaining skin and bone, not separated into fillets. HTS 0303.89.00.10 applies to frozen cusk excluding 0304's fillet definition. Popular for grilling or baking in retail seafood sections.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document cut style (steaks vs fillets) with photos or processing certs to defend against 0304 reclassification
• Comply with HACCP plans for frozen fish; test for parasites common in gadoid fish like cusk
• Label country of origin and catch method clearly; pitfall is vague 'whitefish' descriptions triggering audits