Salted Pollock Fillets in Brine from China

Fillets from Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma) preserved in brine with added salt, not dried or smoked. Classified under HTS 0305.39.61.80 for other non-smoked fish fillets in brine. Popular in Asian cuisines for its mild flavor.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

Include lab analysis confirming salt content and brine preservation to distinguish from fresh fillets

Label packages clearly as 'in brine, not smoked' to prevent reclassification during customs inspection

Monitor quotas or duties specific to pollock from certain origins and ensure HACCP compliance