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U.S. imports of frozen cod fillets (HS 030471) totaled $25.2M in April 2026, traded with 19 countries.
Importers of Frozen Cod Fillets paid $2.3M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.3% on $24.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Frozen Cod Fillets imports of $25.2M in April 2026 ran 28% below the year-to-date monthly average of $35.0M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFrozen cod fillets are a cornerstone of the US foodservice and retail whitefish market, used extensively in breaded portions, fish-and-chips formats, and surimi-adjacent applications. The US tariff schedule distinguishes skinned fillets in frozen blocks exceeding 4.5 kg destined for further processing (0304711000) from retail-ready individual fillets (0304715000), a split that matters for duty treatment and end-use documentation. China and Vietnam lead supply, reflecting the widespread practice of shipping North Atlantic-caught cod to Asia for filleting and re-export; Iceland and Canada also contribute meaningful volumes of directly processed product. All shipments require FDA prior notice and are subject to FSIS admissibility review as a fish product.
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Much of the world's Atlantic cod catch is shipped to China and Vietnam for labor-intensive filleting and freezing operations before re-export to the US. This practice is cost-effective despite the added freight, and the resulting product is classified by the country where substantial transformation occurred. Importers should ensure country-of-origin marking reflects the processing country and that the catch origin is documented for any applicable sustainability or chain-of-custody certifications.
Skinned cod fillets packed in frozen blocks greater than 4.5 kg intended for mincing or further processing are classified under 0304711000, while other frozen cod fillets — including retail-sized portions — fall under 0304715000. The block format is typically used by processors and foodservice manufacturers; declaring the wrong line can result in classification disputes at entry. Consult a licensed customs broker to confirm the correct subheading based on pack size and intended use.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0304715000 | COD FILLETS, FROZEN | $24.7M | 9.38% | $2.2M |
| 0304711000 | COD FILLET SKNND FRZN BLOCK GT 4.5 KG TO MINCE ETC | $552K | 6.47% | $35K |
COD FILLETS, FROZEN
COD FILLET SKNND FRZN BLOCK GT 4.5 KG TO MINCE ETC
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0304710000 | COD FILLETS, FROZEN | $3.1M |
COD FILLETS, FROZEN
816.6K kg
SHRIMPS AND PRAWNS, FROZEN, NESOI
HS 030617
PACIFIC, ATLANTIC, DANUBE SALMON FILLET FRESH/CHLL
HS 030441
CRABS, INCLUDING IN SHELL, FROZEN
HS 030614
ATLANTIC SALMON AND DANUBE SALMON FRESH OR CHILLED
HS 030214
PACIFIC, ATLANTIC AND DANUBE SALMON FILLETS FROZEN
HS 030481
FISH FILLETS, FROZEN, NESOI
HS 030489
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $8.7M | -- | -$8.7M |
| Massachusetts | $7.1M | $48K | -$7.1M |
| Rhode Island | $2.5M | $226K | -$2.2M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $6.5M | -- | -$6.5M |
| BOSTON, MA | $4.8M | -- | -$4.8M |
| HOULTON, ME | $3.4M | $16K | -$3.4M |