Chilled Skin-On Cod Fillets from Germany

Freshly caught cod fillets with skin intact, chilled to preserve quality, from Gadus morhua of the Gadidae family. Falls under HTS 0304.44.0015 for other fresh or chilled cod fillets not specified elsewhere in the subheading. Commonly used in European-style fish and chips or gourmet preparations.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide refrigeration certificates showing consistent chilling (0-4°C) to differentiate from frozen products

Label with accurate net weight and species; pitfall is skin-on vs. skinless not affecting classification but impacting value declarations

Obtain prior notice via FDA Prior Notice system for seafood imports to expedite clearance