Frozen Pollock Surimi in 20 kg Tubs

Surimi made from minced Alaska pollock, frozen and packed in 20 kg plastic tubs for industrial use in fishcake production. HTS 0304.99.11.04 applies to this frozen surimi in immediate containers over 6.8 kg. Distinct from retail packs or finished consumer products.

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.

0303.83.00Same rate: 35%

If fresh or chilled rather than frozen

Fresh/chilled fish fillets or meat, including minced surimi base, classify under 0303 before freezing process.

0304.91.10.00Same rate: 35%

If sold in immediate containers 6.8 kg or less

Container size under 6.8 kg total weight moves to retail-oriented subheading.

2106.90.36.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If blended with additives exceeding fish content thresholds

Surimi with significant non-fish ingredients may classify as food preparations in Chapter 21.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include species declaration (e.g

pollock) and mincing process details in entry docs for accurate surimi verification

Ensure tubs are 'immediate containers' not secondary packaging to maintain bulk classification

Watch for moisture content labeling to prevent disputes over frozen state compliance