Frozen Atlantic Cod Fillets

Frozen skinless fillets from Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua), typically sold in blocks or individually quick frozen (IQF) for retail and foodservice. Classified under HTS 0304.71.50.00 as other frozen fillets of Gadus morhua, part of the Gadidae family, excluding specifically headed and tailed or skin-on varieties listed elsewhere.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽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.

0304.62.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If skin-on or headed and tailed

Specific subheadings under Gadus morhua cover skin-on or processed fillets differently, shifting from 'other' category.

0304.89.50Higher: 35% vs 10%

If from non-specified Gadidae families like tilapia

Fillets from families outside Bregmacerotidae etc. fall under general frozen fish fillets heading.

1604.19.41.00Higher: 45% vs 10%

If cooked, breaded, or otherwise prepared

Prepared or preserved cod fillets move to Chapter 16 for processed fish products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species with scientific name (Gadus morhua) via documentation to confirm Gadidae classification and avoid misclassification as generic fish fillets

Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts for histamine control in frozen fillets; provide Certificate of Analysis for contaminants

Ensure proper cold chain documentation (bill of lading temperature logs) to prevent rejections at entry due to thawing risks