Brined Pacific Cod Loins
Boneless loins from Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) in heavy brine solution, maintaining 43.5% moisture by weight. Classed under HTS 0305.62.00.70 for salted or brined cod not dried or smoked. Ideal for further processing into fish sticks or smoked products.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If skin-on and moisture 43-45%
Skin-on cod in this moisture range goes to 0305.52 subheading.
If cooked or prepared for retail
Prepared or preserved cod (not just salted) shifts to Chapter 16.
If fresh or chilled, not brined
Unprocessed fresh cod classified in 0302 for fresh/chilled fish.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label clearly as 'salted cod in brine' with exact moisture percentage to prevent CBP reclassification
• Include fishing vessel logs and IUU (Illegal, Unreported, Unregulated) certificates for cod traceability
• Watch for salt content misrepresentation; must be genuinely preserved, not just flavored
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Salted Atlantic Cod Fillets
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Salted Gadus Ogac Blocks
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Salted Alaskan Pacific Cod Fillets
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