Frozen Skinned Cod Blocks for Processing from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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