Brined Atlantic Cod Skin-On Loins from China
Large skin-on loins from Gadus morhua preserved in heavy brine, intended for slicing or further salting. Under HTS 0305.62.00 for its species-specific salted/brined status without drying.
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
• Document brine concentration (typically 15-25% salt) to distinguish from fresh fish
• Avoid vacuum packaging that might imply drying; use brine-filled containers
• Monitor for Section 232 or antidumping duties on certain cod origins