Frozen Antarctic Toothfish Fillets

Skinless, boneless fillets from Dissostichus eleginoides (Antarctic toothfish), frozen for preservation. Classified under HTS 0304.92.90.00 as other frozen toothfish meat excluding hake-like forms. Primarily sourced from Southern Ocean fisheries.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+35.0%41%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0303.82.00Lower: 35% vs 41%

If whole or in simple dressed form (head on, gutted)

Whole or dressed toothfish (not filleted) falls under heading 0303 for frozen whole fish.

0304.91.90Same rate: 41%

If fresh or chilled instead of frozen

Fresh/chilled toothfish fillets are classified under 0304.91, not the frozen subheading.

1604.14.40.00Lower: 35% vs 41%

If cooked, smoked, or otherwise prepared

Prepared/preserved fish meat moves to Chapter 16, excluding simple frozen fillets.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain CITES export permits for Dissostichus spp. as Appendix II species to avoid seizure

Provide scientific name confirmation on commercial invoice to distinguish from hake (0304.92.40)

Verify catch documentation from CCAMLR for sustainability to meet U.S. traceability rules