Salted Pacific Cod (Gadus Macrocephalus) Blocks

Skin-on, bone-in blocks of Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) salted for preservation, not dried or smoked. This fits HTS 0305.62.00 as salted cod from the designated species in block form.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0304.69.00.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen blocks instead of salted

Frozen cod blocks classified under frozen fish, not salted preservation.

0305.61Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for rock lobster or other specific salted species

Heading specifies cod; other crustaceans or fish have separate subheadings.

2106.90.72Lower: 26% vs 35%

If flavored or seasoned heavily for food prep

Excessive additives may classify as food preparations under Chapter 21.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Measure moisture content to prove not dried; levels above 20-30% typical for salted-only

โ€ข Use insulated shipping to maintain brine integrity during transit

โ€ข Include commercial invoice detailing salting method and species origin