Headed Salted Atlantic Cod Loins from Germany
Atlantic cod headed, cut into loins, salted at 48% moisture—not further processed. Borderline HTS 0305.62.0025 classification for headed cod if no additional cuts beyond listed processes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Request binding ruling if loin cuts approach 'otherwise processed'
• Ensure brine solution maintains moisture without drying effect
• Track temperature logs to prove no cooking occurred