Frozen Hake Fillets from China
Skinless, boneless fillets from hake (Merluccius spp.), a fish of the Merlucciidae family, frozen for preservation. This product falls under HTS 0304.95.90.00 as frozen fish meat from the specified gadiform families, excluding Alaska Pollock, and is not minced.
Duty Rate — China → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify species identification via scientific name (e.g
• Merluccius) with certificates to confirm gadiform family classification
• Ensure proper cold chain documentation to prove frozen state upon import, avoiding reclassification as chilled
• Check for any country-specific quotas or sanctions on hake from certain origins