Fresh Chilled Tilapia Bellies
Bellies (ventral offal) from fresh or chilled Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus), popular for frying or soups in African and Asian markets. These are classified under this tariff item as 'other' edible fish offal.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the bellies are frozen.
Frozen fish offal is classified under heading 03.03.
If the bellies are dried, salted, or smoked.
Preserved fish offal falls under heading 03.05.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the bellies are fresh or chilled and fit for human consumption
• Provide species identification (Oreochromis niloticus) and ensure they are not part of fillets or other meat of heading 03.04
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