Shrimp and Cod Fish Cake Patties

Frozen patties made from minced shrimp and cod fish, breaded and pre-formed for frying or baking as a ready meal. This product is under HTS 1605.29.05.00 because it contains both crustacean (shrimp) and fish (cod) meat in a prepared, preserved form.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.11Lower: 10% vs 40%

If predominantly salmon-based cakes

Salmon-specific fish cakes go under 1604.11 tunas/salmon headings.

1605.29Same rate: 40%

If other crustaceans like lobster

Non-shrimp crustacean fish mixes use separate 1605 subheadings.

1902.30.00Higher: 41.4% vs 40%

If sold as canned pasta with seafood

Seafood in pasta preparations classify under Chapter 19 starches.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit lab analysis if needed to quantify fish vs. shrimp meat ratios for accurate 1605 classification

Include aquaculture certification for shrimp to bypass Section 609 restrictions

Avoid over-breading; excessive non-seafood content risks reclassification as processed food

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