Clipfish-Style Herring Fillets from Canada
Herring fillets salt-cured and partially dried in the clipfish method, firm and boneless. Classed under HTS 0305.39.61.10 as non-smoked dried/salted herring fillets. Traditional in Portuguese and Norwegian trade.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Use photos or samples at entry to demonstrate clipfish processing versus fresh fillets
• Comply with EU export health certificates if sourced from Europe
• Beware of over-drying leading to 'pellets' misclassification per chapter notes