Descaled Salted Gadus Macrocephalus

Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) with scales removed only, salted to 49% moisture content. HTS 0305.62.0025 applies to this single-process salted cod preparation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0305.62.00Same rate: 35%

If combined with other minimal processing

Scale removal plus any other listed process shifts category.

1604.19.41.00Higher: 45% vs 35%

If smoked lightly after salting

Any smoking moves to smoked fish headings regardless of moisture.

0303.81.00Same rate: 35%

If alive or fresh in salt solution

Live/fresh fish in solutions classify as unprepared.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide scale-removal photos in support documentation

Test multiple samples for uniform moisture across shipment

File prior notice with FDA for salted fish imports