Frozen Osteochilus Fish
Whole frozen Osteochilus hasselti, a Southeast Asian carp known as 'semah,' imported for specialty food markets. This product is classified under tariff item 0303.25.00 as the species is explicitly listed in the item's scientific name, and the fish is frozen and whole.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fish is imported as fillets or other fish meat.
Heading 0304 covers processed fish meat, not whole fish.
If the species is not Osteochilus hasselti or another listed carp.
Residual subheading for frozen fish not specifically listed.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fish is whole and not filleted or processed into meat
• Provide the scientific name Osteochilus hasselti on customs forms
• Verify the product is for human consumption, as unfit fish are excluded from Chapter 3
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Frozen Common Carp Fillets
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