Backboned-Out Salted Atlantic Cod from China
Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) with vertebral column removed, salted in high-moisture brine over 50%. Allowed under HTS 0305.62.0010 as one of the specified basic processing methods for whole or semi-whole salted cod. Used in gourmet salt cod applications.
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
• Provide anatomical diagrams or photos confirming only backbone removal for classification support
• Ensure refrigeration below 4°C to prevent bacterial growth in moist product
• File with FSIS if any mammalian byproducts risk, though primarily FDA