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Coated Sole Goujons

Thin strips of sole (goujons) coated in batter and breadcrumbs, frozen. Classified in HTS 1604.20.50.90 as similar breaded fish products of any size. Used in gourmet fish and chips.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+37.5%45%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

0305.31.01.00Lower: 37.5% vs 45%

If dried, even if lightly coated

Dried fish products move to Chapter 3 subheadings for smoked/dried.

1604.20.40Higher: 47.5% vs 45%

If from herring or mackerel

Certain pelagic fish breaded sticks are excluded from 'other'.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide catch certificates for wild-caught sole to meet traceability rules

• Ensure packaging specifies cooking instructions to affirm prepared status

• Watch for moisture content affecting duty calculation on batter weight