Wet Salted Cod Whole Fish from China
Whole Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) wet-salted in brine barrels, holding steady 46-50% moisture content, classifiable at HTS 0305.62.0060. Intended for ethnic markets requiring traditional salting methods. Remains uncooked and undried.
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
• Use wooden barrels compliant with phytosanitary standards; plastic liners prevent wood import issues
• Quantify brine volume separately in entries to calculate correct dutiable value
• Inspect for parasites pre-shipment; US rejects common in whole salted fish