Brined Cod (Gadus Morhua) Portions from China
Pre-cut consumer portions of Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) in brine with 43.8% moisture by weight. Specifically under HTS 0305.62.00.70 as salted/brined cod in the 43-45% moisture range, not dried or smoked. Used in ready-to-cook meal kits.
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
• Ensure portions are uniformly brined; inconsistent moisture can lead to partial reclassification
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP plans and provide brine composition details