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0302.89.50.31 - Whitefish 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of Quantitykg
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of Duty2.2¢/kg
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This HTS category, 0302.89.50.31, specifically classifies "Whitefish" that are fresh or chilled, excluding fillets and other fish meat classified under heading 0304. This designation falls within the broader scope of "Other fish, excluding edible fish offal" and further refines the classification to "Other" fish that are not specifically listed at this level.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. For instance, while 0302.89.50.07 covers Pike, and 0302.89.50.10 covers Pickerel, this subheading is dedicated to Whitefish. Similarly, it differs from Perch and Bass (0302.89.50.28), which are separately enumerated. The residual category, 0302.89.50.34, serves as a catch-all for other types of fresh-water fish not otherwise specified within this group.

As a leaf node, this category does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification under 0302.89.50.31 hinges on the identification of the fish as "Whitefish" in a fresh or chilled state. Importers and exporters should ensure that the documentation accurately reflects the species being classified, adhering to the specific nomenclature for Whitefish to avoid misclassification and potential duties or penalties.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 0302.89.50.31?
HTS code 0302.89.50.31 covers Whitefish under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 03: Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates.
›What products are classified under 0302.89.50.31?
This classification covers Whitefish. It is a subcategory of Fresh-water fish:.
›What is the import duty rate for 0302.89.50.31?
The general rate of duty for HTS 0302.89.50.31 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 2.2¢/kg.
›What unit of quantity is used for 0302.89.50.31?
Imports under HTS 0302.89.50.31 are measured in kg.

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