Frozen Breaded Cod Fish Sticks
Frozen fish sticks made from cod fillets, breaded and coated with batter for easy preparation. These qualify under HTS 1604.20.50 as they are prepared fish sticks of any size or shape that are breaded or coated with batter. The product is fully processed and ready for consumer cooking.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 7.5% | +35.0% | 42.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
| šØš¦Canada | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
| š©šŖGermany | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
| šÆšµJapan | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen but not breaded or coated
Unbreaded frozen cod fillets are classified under Chapter 3 as frozen fish, not prepared products.
If not in stick form but breaded and retail packaged
Other breaded fish portions not shaped as sticks go to general 'other' prepared fish subheadings.
If breading exceeds 50% by weight
Products where stuffing or breading predominates are reclassified as stuffed pasta or couscous.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify breading composition meets FDA standards for labeling and ensure country of origin documentation for fish species
ā¢ Obtain prior notice via FDA's system for seafood imports and check for any species-specific restrictions
ā¢ Avoid misclassification by confirming the product is fully breaded sticks, not plain fillets which fall under other subheadings
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