Salted Atlantic Cod Fillets

Freshly salted fillets from Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) preserved in brine with a moisture content between 45% and 50% by weight. This product falls under HTS 0305.62.0060 as salted cod, not dried or smoked, meeting the specific moisture criteria for 'other' cod preparations. It is typically used in culinary applications like bacalhau dishes.

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.

0305.61Lower: 10% vs 35%

If moisture content under 45%

Lower moisture levels classify as a different subheading within salted cod, affecting duty rates.

0305.69.20.00Higher: 40% vs 35%

If not specifically cod species

Other salted fish species fall outside the cod-specific heading into general 'other' fish in brine.

0304.61.00.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen rather than salted/brined

Frozen cod fillets are classified in Chapter 03 heading for frozen fish, not salted or brined products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify moisture content certification from supplier to confirm 45-50% range; deviations may shift to adjacent subheadings

Provide species documentation (Gadus morhua) and ensure no drying or smoking processes to avoid reclassification

Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and labeling for salt content; watch for common pitfalls like undeclared additives