U.S. exports of Salted Cod (Not Dried or Smoked) and Cod in Brine (SITC 03521) totaled $26K in August 2026, exported to 1 country.
Last updated: August 2026 dataSalted-but-not-dried cod and cod held in brine — covering Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, and Gadus macrocephalus — occupy a distinct preservation tier from dried clipfish, retaining higher moisture content and requiring refrigerated or controlled-atmosphere storage during transit. This form is widely used in traditional salt-cod preparations across Southern European and Caribbean markets, and US importers serving those ethnic retail and food-service channels depend on consistent salinity and moisture specifications. FDA seafood HACCP compliance and foreign facility registration are required for all shipments entering US commerce.
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The critical test is whether the drying process has been applied: salted-but-not-dried cod retains substantial moisture and is typically pliable, while dried salted cod (clipfish) has been desiccated to a much lower moisture level and is rigid. Moisture content and processing records from the foreign establishment can support the correct classification if CBP questions the entry.
Unlike fully dried cod, brine-packed cod is not shelf-stable at ambient temperature and typically requires refrigerated container shipping and cold storage at the port of entry. Importers should confirm that the foreign establishment's HACCP plan covers brine-pack processing and that the US receiving facility is equipped for refrigerated handling to avoid spoilage-related FDA action. Consult a licensed customs broker or FDA compliance specialist for admissibility guidance.
Basic heading 316 of 337 in section 0
Basic heading 03521 · $26K of $11.7B
Exports · August 2026
destination
Cayman Islands and Antigua and Barbuda together take 100% of it.
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Low of 3 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. exported $627K of Salted Cod (Not Dried or Smoked) and Cod in Brine.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 3 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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