Salted Hake Fillets in Brine
Fillets from silver hake (Merluccius bilinearis, family Merlucciidae) preserved in brine with salt. Classified under HTS 0305.32.00 for Merlucciidae family fillets that are salted or in brine, not smoked. Popular in seafood stews and chowders.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fresh or chilled hake fillets
Non-preserved hake fillets remain in heading 0304 for fresh/chilled fish of Merlucciidae.
If from Salmonidae family instead
Brined fillets of salmon or trout shift to heading 0305.51 due to different family classification.
If cooked and further prepared, not just salted
Prepared or preserved fish beyond simple salting/brining falls under Chapter 16 for cooked products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide lab analysis confirming salt/brine preservation levels to distinguish from fresh fillets
• Include commercial invoice detailing family (Merlucciidae) and processing to avoid disputes
• Watch for moisture content; excessive water may trigger reclassification as fresh under 0304
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