Shrimp and Cod Fish Cakes

Frozen patties made from minced shrimp, cod, breadcrumbs, and herbs, pre-formed for frying. Classified in 1605.40.05.00 for containing fish and crustacean meat as prepared products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.19.41.00Higher: 45% vs 35%

If only fish, no shrimp

Fish-only meat preparations classify under 1604.19 for other fish.

1605.40Same rate: 35%

If sold as industrial ingredients

Bulk, non-retail preparations of crustaceans with fish go to other prepared crustacean codes.

0305.31.01.00Same rate: 35%

If fillets only, uncooked

Uncooked fish fillets stay in Chapter 3.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure shrimp traceability docs comply with Section 609 to prevent CBP holds

Provide lab analysis if fish vs crustacean ratio is borderline for classification

Package as retail-ready to avoid bulk parts classification under 1605.40.40