Frozen Minced Deepwater Hake in Bulk from China
Frozen minced fish meat from deepwater hake species (Merlucciidae family) packed in immediate containers over 6.8 kg. HTS 0304.95.10.15 applies to this bulk form of minced frozen gadiform fish excluding Alaska Pollock. Used in pet food and industrial applications.
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
• Label with exact species (e.g
• Merluccius capensis) and processing date to meet customs verification
• Ensure no binders added during mincing to avoid pellet classification under chapter notes
• Monitor for Section 232 or antidumping duties on certain hake origins like Argentina