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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+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.19.41.00Higher: 47.5% vs 37.5%

If only fish, no shrimp

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

1605.40Same rate: 37.5%

If sold as industrial ingredients

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

0305.31.01.00Same rate: 37.5%

If fillets only, uncooked

Uncooked fish fillets stay in Chapter 3.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

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