IQF Fresh-Chilled Haddock Loins from China
Individually quick-frozen then thawed chilled haddock loins (thick fillet cuts), still qualifying as chilled under temperature criteria. HTS 0304.44.0020 covers these haddock-specific fresh/chilled products from Gadidae. Popular for portion-controlled chef applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Submit lab tests confirming post-thaw temperature remains chilled to defend against frozen disputes
• Use precise HTS subheading; incorrect family note leads to audits
• Pair with APHIS/FDA seafood import permits for smooth clearance