Frozen Whole Sablefish from Canada
Whole sablefish (Anoplopoma fimbria) frozen for preservation, excluding fillets or other fish meat of heading 0304. This product is classified under HTS 0303.89.00.61 as frozen other fish, specifically sablefish, not processed into fillets. It is typically imported in bulk for further processing or retail sale.
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
• Ensure compliance with section 609 of Public Law 101-162 if any shrimp contamination is possible, though not directly applicable; provide CITES documentation if endangered species concerns arise
• Verify exact species identification via scientific name to avoid misclassification
• Common pitfall: improper temperature logs during transit leading to spoilage claims