Minimally Processed Brined Cusk from China
Cusk preserved in brine after removal of heads and viscera only, with fins, scales, and vertebral column remaining, no further processing, drying, or smoking. Classed under HTS 0305.69.10.29 for haddock and cusk. Suited for ethnic food markets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Prepare detailed bills of lading specifying exact processing (e.g
• 'heads and guts only removed') for CBP review
• Monitor for MSC or ASC certification if sustainably sourced, as it aids faster clearance