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U.S. imports of smoked fish and fillets, not elsewhere specified (HS 030549) totaled $370K in April 2026, traded with 18 countries.
Importers of Smoked Fish and Fillets, Not Elsewhere Specified paid $29K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.6% on $302K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Smoked Fish and Fillets, Not Elsewhere Specified imports of $370K in April 2026 ran 46% below the year-to-date monthly average of $691K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSmoked mackerel (0305492000), smoked cod, cusk, haddock, hake, and pollock (0305494020), and a broad residual category of other smoked fish and fillets (0305494045) are grouped under this heading for species not covered by the dedicated smoked salmon, herring, or trout headings. The United Kingdom is the leading US supplier, reflecting its deep tradition of smoking haddock (finnan haddie), mackerel, and other North Atlantic species; Japan and South Korea also contribute, particularly for smoked fish products oriented toward Asian-American markets. FDA admissibility review and seafood HACCP requirements apply to all shipments.
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Yes. The US tariff schedule provides a dedicated line (0305492000) specifically for smoked mackerel, including fillets, distinguishing it from the residual smoked fish lines. Smoked cod, cusk, haddock, hake, and pollock are similarly grouped together under 0305494020. Products not covered by these specific lines fall under the general residual provision 0305494045.
A commercial invoice identifying the species (Melanogrammus aeglefinus), processing method (smoked), and net weight is required, along with a packing list and bill of lading. FDA Prior Notice must be filed electronically before arrival, and the UK exporter must be registered with FDA as a foreign food facility. The shipment will be subject to FDA examination under seafood HACCP regulations. A licensed customs broker can assist with entry filing and admissibility coordination.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $61K | $31K | -$30K |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $78K | -- | -$78K |
| PHILIPPINES | $53K | -- | -$53K |
| INDONESIA | $49K | -- | -$49K |
| JAPAN | $47K | -- | -$47K |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0305494045 | SMOKED FISH INCLUDING FILLETS, NESOI | $213K | 9.22% | $14K |
| 0305492000 | MACKEREL, INCLUDING FILLETS, SMOKED | $140K | 10.00% | $13K |
| 0305494020 | COD, CUSK, HADDOCK, HAKE AND POLLOCK, SMOKED | $18K | 10.00% | $2K |
SMOKED FISH INCLUDING FILLETS, NESOI
MACKEREL, INCLUDING FILLETS, SMOKED
COD, CUSK, HADDOCK, HAKE AND POLLOCK, SMOKED
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0305490005 | SMOKED FISH INCLUDING FILLETS, NESOI | $79K |
SMOKED FISH INCLUDING FILLETS, NESOI
7.9K 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $187K | $34K | -$153K |
| Massachusetts | $49K | -- | -$49K |
| Florida | $13K | $34K | +$22K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $132K | $3K | -$129K |
| OTAY MESA, CA | $40K | $31K | -$9K |
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $49K | -- | -$49K |