Saithe Pollock Frozen Blocks

Frozen skinned saithe (Pollachius virens) fillets, divided into pieces and frozen into blocks over 4.5 kg, sourced from Atlantic waters. Intended for industrial mincing into fish sticks or patties. Fits HTS 0304.79.10.10 as non-Alaska pollock from Gadidae, meeting block and processing specs.

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.

0304.79Same rate: 35%

If not in blocks over 4.5 kg or not for mincing

Other frozen Gadidae fillets without the specific block/processing criteria go to this broader category.

1604.19Lower: 16% vs 35%

If pre-minced or processed into paste before import

Prepared or preserved fish moves to Chapter 16, excluding raw frozen fillets.

0305.31.01.00Same rate: 35%

If destined for fish meal production unfit for human consumption

Livers and roes are under 0305, but fillets for meal might shift if not human-grade.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide commercial invoices specifying block weights and processing declaration to customs for proper 0304.79.10.10 entry

Ensure FDA prior notice and fish/seafood HACCP plans; label with country of catch (e.g

Norway, Iceland)

Avoid misdeclaration as Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma) which has separate codes; use DNA testing if challenged