Dried Cod Liver from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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