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0303.89.00.52 - Monkfish (Lophius spp.) 🖩

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 classification covers monkfish (Lophius spp.) that have been frozen. Monkfish are a type of marine fish known for their distinctive appearance, large mouths, and firm, white flesh. For customs purposes, the key characteristic here is the species *Lophius spp.*, and that the product is presented in a frozen state, excluding fillets and other fish meat classified under heading 0304.

This specific subheading distinguishes monkfish from other "other fish" within the broader category of frozen fish. While sibling categories at this level might include smelts, cusk, shad, sturgeon, and Atka mackerel, this node isolates monkfish for specific tariff treatment. The distinction is based on the distinct biological classification and economic value of monkfish compared to these other fish types.

As a leaf node in the HTS database, 0303.89.00.52 represents the most specific level of classification for frozen monkfish. Therefore, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification at this level is definitive for monkfish, ensuring consistent import and export duties are applied based on the species and its frozen presentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 0303.89.00.52?
HTS code 0303.89.00.52 covers Monkfish (Lophius spp.) under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 03: Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates.
›What products are classified under 0303.89.00.52?
This classification covers Monkfish (Lophius spp.). It is a subcategory of Other (0303.89.00).
›What is the import duty rate for 0303.89.00.52?
The general rate of duty for HTS 0303.89.00.52 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 2.2¢/kg.
›What unit of quantity is used for 0303.89.00.52?
Imports under HTS 0303.89.00.52 are measured in kg.
Go up to 0303.89.00 · Go up to Chapter 03: Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates

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