Frozen Hammerhead Shark Fins

Frozen edible fins from scalloped hammerhead sharks (Sphyrna lewini), subject to trade scrutiny. HTS 0303.92.00.00 designates frozen shark fins as edible offal. Excludes human-consumption pellets per notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0302.82.00.00Same rate: 35%

If fresh/chilled shark livers, roes, etc.

Fresh shark offal uses 0302.82, with preservation method dictating frozen vs fresh heading.

0309Lower: 10% vs 35%

If made into pellets fit for human consumption

Pellets as defined in chapter notes (agglomerated with binder) go to 0309 if edible.

2106.90.72.00Lower: 26% vs 35%

If containing meat extracts for food prep

If fins include added extracts or seasonings, they classify as food preparations in 2106.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ CITES Appendix II requires non-detriment findings; source from quota-approved fisheries

β€’ Species-specific DNA testing docs mitigate mislabeling risks at entry

β€’ Insure shipments against spoilage, as frozen fins have short shelf life post-thaw

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Frozen Blue Shark Fins

Frozen fins from blue sharks (Prionace glauca), harvested as edible offal for culinary use in soups and Asian dishes. Classified under HTS 0303.92.00.00 as frozen shark fins, part of edible fish offal excluding fillets. These are not processed into flours or pellets fit for human consumption.

Frozen Porbeagle Shark Fins

Frozen edible fins from porbeagle sharks (Lamna nasus), used in high-end seafood preparations. Falls under HTS 0303.92.00.00 specifically for frozen shark fins as part of edible offal. Excludes processed forms like pellets under heading 0309.

Frozen Great White Shark Fins

Frozen fins sourced from great white sharks (Carcharodon carcharias), treated as edible offal though rarely consumed due to conservation status. Classified in HTS 0303.92.00.00 for frozen shark fins. Must meet edibility standards per chapter notes.

Frozen Tiger Shark Fins

Frozen edible fins from tiger sharks (Galeocerdo cuvier), popular in fin soup trade. HTS 0303.92.00.00 covers these as frozen shark fins within edible fish offal category. Not applicable to dried or pelletized forms.

Frozen Shortfin Mako Shark Fins

Frozen fins from shortfin mako sharks (Isurus oxyrinchus), valued for their size in gourmet applications. Under HTS 0303.92.00.00 as frozen edible shark fins, distinct from fillets in 0304. Chapter notes confirm offal scope.

Frozen Blacktip Shark Fins

Frozen fins of blacktip sharks (Carcharhinus limbatus), commonly traded for soup bases. Classified precisely under HTS 0303.92.00.00 for frozen shark fins as edible products. Not flours or meals per chapter exclusions.