Finned and Scaled Salted Cod (Gadus morhua) from Canada
Atlantic cod with fins and scales removed, brined and salted, ≤43% moisture. HTS 0305.62.0045 applies as permitted combination processing for whole-ish cod forms, not further altered by drying or smoking. Essential for baccalà production.
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 independent lab reports for moisture and species verification (DNA testing if disputed)
• Declare accurately to avoid anti-dumping duties on certain cod origins
• Monitor for IUU fishing certifications