Frozen Hake (Merluccius & Urophycis Species)

The tariff line 0303660000 covers both hake (Merluccius spp. and Urophycis spp.) and whiting under a combined description, reflecting historical schedule structure. For classification purposes, both fall under the same line. Buyers who require a specific species — such as Merluccius hubbsi (Argentine hake) versus Urophycis tenuis (white hake) — should specify the scientific name on purchase orders and invoices, as the tariff line does not differentiate between them.

Argentina's Southwest Atlantic hake fishery is subject to seasonal catch quotas and periodic stock assessments that can affect export availability. Currency and logistics factors in Argentina have historically created price volatility for US importers. Diversifying sourcing to include Spanish or Mexican suppliers can provide some buffer, though those origins draw on different Merluccius species with distinct size and quality profiles.