Frozen Hake Surimi Bulk Blocks

Minced hake fish meat formed into frozen surimi blocks over 15 kg each, destined for further processing into kamaboko. Falls under HTS 0304.99.11.04 for frozen other fish meat, minced surimi in bulk containers. Excludes pelletized forms per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0304.99Same rate: 35%

If unminced fillets rather than minced

Whole or unminced frozen fish fillets classify separately from minced meat.

1604.19Lower: 16% vs 35%

If canned or preserved after mincing

Preserved forms of minced fish like surimi paste shift to Chapter 16 prepared fish.

2309.90Lower: 11.4% vs 35%

If processed into pellets unfit for human consumption

Pellets as defined in chapter notes for animal feed go to Chapter 23.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain FDA prior notice for fish imports and ensure HACCP plans cover surimi washing/decoloring steps

Document immediate container integrity to avoid reclassification as immediate packs under 6.8 kg

Test for histamine levels common in minced fish products during frozen storage