Dried Cod Liver
Dried cod liver is the processed liver from Atlantic cod fish, preserved by drying to remove moisture, making it shelf-stable. It falls under HTS 0305.20.40 as 'other' livers of fish that are dried, distinct from fresh or frozen forms in heading 0302. This product is commonly used in gourmet cooking or as a nutritional supplement source.
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If frozen rather than dried
Frozen fish livers remain in Chapter 3 heading 0302 for fresh or frozen fish products, not processed by drying or salting.
If specifically cod liver oil extracted
Extracted oils from fish livers are classified separately under 0305.10, excluding solid liver tissue.
If ground into flour fit for human consumption
Per chapter notes, flours or meals fit for human food from fish livers move to heading 0309 or Chapter 21 preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify CITES permits if sourcing from overfished species like certain cod stocks to ensure compliance with wildlife regulations
• Include detailed processing certificates confirming drying method and no human consumption additives to avoid reclassification
• Check for Section 609 compliance if any incidental shrimp contamination occurred during processing
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