Frozen Skinned Cod Blocks for Processing

Industrial-grade frozen blocks of skinned cod fillets, each over 4.5 kg, imported for cutting into uniform fish sticks or mince. Meets HTS 0304.89.10 criteria: frozen skinned 'other fish' meat in large blocks intended for further size-standardized processing.

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.

0304.61.00.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen rock lobster instead of finfish

Crustacean fillets like rock lobster have separate headings from general finfish in 0304.

0309.10Lower: 16% vs 35%

If processed into pellets fit for human consumption

Pellets from fish under chapter definition shift to heading 0309, excluding 0304-0308 coverage.

0304.89Same rate: 35%

If for retail-packed smaller portions

General 'other frozen fish fillets' covers non-block, non-processing intent products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use commercial invoices specifying 'blocks for mincing/portioning' and buyer processing details

Conduct lab tests if needed to confirm skinless status and block integrity

Beware antidumping duties on certain cod species; check Commerce scope rulings