Head and Gut Removed Salted Pacific Cod from China
Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) processed by removing heads and viscera, then salted, moisture ≤43% by weight. Classified in HTS 0305.62.0045 for combination removal allowed under cod specifications, excluding drying/smoking. Used in Asian dried fish precursors.
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
• Certify moisture via weight loss testing post-salting
• Prepare for CBP exams on processing claims with chain-of-custody docs
• Register with FDA prior notice system for seafood entries