Frozen Silver Hake Fillets from Germany
Frozen skinless fillets from Silver Hake (Merluccius bilinearis), a species of the Merluccius genus belonging to the Merlucciidae family. These fillets are individually quick frozen (IQF) for retail and foodservice use. Classified under HTS 0304.74.50.00 as frozen hake fillets in the 'other' category.
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
• Verify species identification with scientific names (Merluccius bilinearis) via documentation to confirm HTS classification
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and prior notice requirements; include lot traceability for frozen fillets
• Avoid misclassification as headed/cleaned fish (0304.71); ensure products are true skinless fillets