Heavy Brined Cod Collars from Germany
Cod collars (shoulder cuts from Gadus ogac) in heavy brine solution, moisture by weight not exceeding 43%, unsalted equivalent absent. HTS 0305.62.0080 covers these other salted cod cuts for Asian markets. Unsuitable for direct consumption without desalting.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Describe as 'collars' explicitly; vague terms lead to offal misclassification
• Maintain cold storage logs to prove no drying occurred en route
• Watch for antidumping on Pacific cod collars from certain origins