Chilled Pollock Fish Meat Blocks

Block-formed chilled pollock meat from filleted Gadidae fish, not minced, maintained fresh. Classified in 0304.44.0025 as other fish meat (fillets) of pollock. Used for further portioning in foodservice.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0304.74Lower: 10% vs 35%

If from genus Dissostichus (e.g., Patagonian toothfish)

Specific Gadidae exclusions like toothfish use separate subheadings.

0309.10Lower: 16% vs 35%

If made into flour, meal, or pellets for human consumption

Chapter notes exclude flours/meals/pellets from 0305-0308, directing to 0309.

0304.59.00Same rate: 35%

If for other non-Gadidae fillets like hake if misidentified

Hake (Merlucciidae) has its own subheading 0304.59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document that meat is not minced (per heading exclusion) with photos or processor certifications

Use insulated containers with continuous temperature monitoring for chilled integrity during ocean freight

Pre-clear with FDA prior notice for chilled fish to expedite entry