Brined Cusk Tails from Canada
Tail sections of cusk fish immersed in brine preservative, skin-on, no drying. Falls under HTS 0305.69.10.49 as specified salted cusk parts, valued for firm texture.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Specify anatomical cuts (tails vs fillets) clearly to prevent offal disputes
• Maintain temperature logs showing no freezing/drying conditions
• Partner with HTS-specialized customs brokers for gadoid species