Fresh Chilled Southern Hake Fillets

Fillets from southern hake (Merluccius australis), Merlucciidae, chilled. Under 0304.53.00 for family-specific fresh meat.

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.

0303Lower: 10% vs 35%

If Patagonian toothfish mix-up

Different species heading if misidentified.

0304.72Lower: 10% vs 35%

If frozen hake

Frozen Merlucciidae to 0304.72.

1902.20.00Higher: 41.4% vs 35%

If made into pasta

Processed into food preparations changes chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Southern origin—verify CITES if applicable

High moisture; robust chilling required

Fillets only—no steaks

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