Frozen Silver Hake Loins from China
Frozen loins (boned strips) from silver hake (Merluccius bilinearis), Merlucciidae family, suitable for further processing. Classified under HTS 0304.95.90.00 for other frozen fish meat of the listed gadiform families.
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
• Provide FDA prior notice and fish import documentation confirming no mincing or processing beyond freezing
• Label with exact species and family to avoid misclassification into other gadiform subheadings
• Monitor EU or other origin restrictions on silver hake due to overfishing concerns