Duty Rates
General (Column 1 - MFN)
This rate follows a special calculation or is subject to specific conditions.
What HTS 0305.62.00.50 Covers
This covers cod (Gadus species) that is salted or in brine but not dried or smoked, where the fish has a moisture content by weight over 50 percent. It is the wet-salted or brine-cured form of cod, as opposed to dried salted cod.
Notes for Importers
Typical products are wet-salted cod fillets and split cod in brine, often destined for further drying or for markets that soak and cook salt cod. The moisture threshold matters: cod at or below 50 percent moisture falls under an adjacent statistical line, and dried or smoked cod is classified elsewhere in heading 0305. Fresh, chilled, or frozen cod belongs in headings 0302 and 0303 instead.
Product Category
Live Animals & Animal Products
This chapter covers live animals, meat, fish, dairy products, eggs, honey, and other animal-derived products.
Classification Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| HTS Code | 0305.62.00.50 |
| Description | Having a moisture content by weight over 50 percent |
| Chapter | 3 - Live Animals & Animal Products |
| General Duty Rate | |
| Rate Type | Other |
| Special Rates |
Related HTS Codes
Other tariff codes under the same heading:
- 0305.20.20.00 — Sturgeon roe
- 0305.20.40 — Other
- 0305.31.01.00 — Tilapias (Oreochromis spp.), catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.), carp (Cyprinus spp., Carassius spp., Ctenopharyngodon idellus, Hypophthalmichthys spp., Cirrhinus spp., Mylopharyngodon piceus, Catla catla, Labeo spp., Osteochilus hasselti, Leptobarbus hoeveni, Megalobrama spp.), eels (Anguilla spp.), Nile perch (Lates niloticus) and snakeheads (Channa spp.)
- 0305.32.00 — Fish of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae and Muraenolepididae
- 0305.39.20.00 — Herrings, in immediate containers weighing with their contents 6.8 kg or less each
- 0305.39.40.00 — Mackerel, in immediate containers weighing with their contents 6.8 kg or less each
- 0305.39.61 — Other
- 0305.41.00.00 — Pacific salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, Oncorhynchus kisutch, Oncorhynchus masou and Oncorhynchus rhodurus),Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) and Danube salmon (Hucho hucho)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is classified under 0305.62.00.50?
Wet-salted or brine-cured cod that has not been dried or smoked and retains more than 50 percent moisture by weight.
Does this code cover dried salt cod (bacalao)?
Fully dried salted cod is classified under the dried fish provisions of heading 0305, not here. This line is for the higher-moisture wet-salted form.
How is the moisture content determined?
Moisture content is measured by weight of the product as imported, so lab analysis or supplier specifications are used to document whether the fish exceeds the 50 percent threshold.
What is the HTS code 0305.62.00.50 used for?
HTS code 0305.62.00.50 is the harmonized tariff schedule code for Having a moisture content by weight over 50 percent. This code is used to classify and identify this product type for customs clearance, duty calculation, and trade statistics.
What is the Column 2 rate for HTS 0305.62.00.50?
The Column 2 rate is the tariff duty rate applicable to goods from countries that do not have normal trade relations with the United States. This rate is typically higher than Column 1 (Most Favored Nation) rates and is rarely used in modern trade due to most-favored-nation agreements.
Do I need a customs broker to import goods classified under HTS 0305.62.00.50?
While not always required, using a licensed customs broker is highly recommended for most imports. A customs broker can help ensure proper HTS classification, prepare customs documentation, pay duties correctly, and avoid delays or penalties. Your broker should be familiar with Live Animals & Animal Products products.
Which countries receive special tariff rates for HTS 0305.62.00.50?
Multiple free trade agreements and trade preference programs provide reduced or free tariffs for eligible HTS classifications. Common programs include USMCA (Canada, Mexico), various bilateral FTAs (Korea, Australia, Singapore), GSP for developing countries, and AGOA for eligible African nations. Check the special rates section on this page.
How does HTS code 0305.62.00.50 affect my import costs?
The HTS code determines the applicable duty rate (either free or a percentage/specific amount), whether your product qualifies for trade agreement benefits, any quota restrictions, and special documentation requirements. Proper classification directly impacts your import expenses, so verify the correct code with your supplier or a customs professional.