Frozen Skinned Hake Blocks from Canada

Frozen skinned fillets of hake (Merluccius spp., Merlucciidae family), divided into pieces and packed into blocks exceeding 4.5 kg each. Specifically imported for further processing by mincing, grinding, or cutting into uniform portions for fish sticks or patties. Classified under HTS 0304.79.10 due to the Gadidae/Merlucciidae family, skinned state, block freezing over 4.5 kg, and processing intent.

Duty Rate — Canada → 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

Provide affidavits or contracts proving import intent for mincing, grinding, or uniform cutting to qualify under this subheading

Verify fish species belongs to specified families (e.g

Merlucciidae) via scientific documentation; misidentification leads to reclassification

Blocks must net over 4.5 kg each—include weight certificates; skinned status requires clear processing records

Frozen Skinned Hake Blocks from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0304.79.10