Frozen American Shad Whole from Canada
Whole frozen American shad (Alosa sapidissima), excluding fillets and meat of heading 0304, presented ungutted for preservation. Classified under HTS 0303.89.00.13 as frozen shad, a non-edible offal excluded fish in the 'other fish' category. Meets chapter notes by being frozen whole fish, not processed into flour, meal, or pellets.
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
• Verify species identification certificates to confirm shad (e.g
• Alosa sapidissima) and avoid misclassification as heading 0304 fillets
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and statistical note on shrimp provisions if blended products; provide blast-freezing documentation
• Declare net weight excluding ice glaze; common pitfall is undervaluing due to seasonal pricing fluctuations