Chilled Skinless Tilapia Fillets
Skinless fillets of tilapia species such as Tilapia zillii, chilled to preserve freshness without freezing. These freshwater fish fillets are not minced and are fit for human consumption, falling under tariff item 0304.49.00 as fresh or chilled fillets of other fish, excluding Oreochromis species which are classified elsewhere.
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 tilapia fillets are frozen
Frozen tilapia fillets are classified under the frozen fish fillet subheading.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Clearly indicate the tilapia species (e.g
• Tilapia zillii) on the invoice, as Oreochromis species are classified under a different tariff item
• Keep the fillets chilled, not frozen, to match the tariff description
• Verify if the product requires a fish import licence from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)
Related Products under Tariff item 0304.49.00
Chilled Pickerel Fish Meat Strips
Thin strips of pickerel meat derived from fillets, chilled for sushi or poke applications. These strips are classified under tariff item 0304.49.00 as 'other' fresh or chilled fish meat, not minced, and not covered by headings 03.05 to 03.08.
Chilled Skinless Atlantic Perch Fillets
Premium skinless fillets of Atlantic ocean perch, chilled on ice post-processing for sushi-grade quality. These fillets are fresh or chilled, not minced, and fit for human consumption, falling under tariff item 0304.49.00 as fresh or chilled fillets of other fish.
Chilled Skinless Pickerel Fillet Portions
Pre-cut portions of skinless pickerel fillets, maintained chilled for retail or foodservice. These portions are classified under tariff item 0304.49.00 as 'other' fresh or chilled fish fillets, not covered by more specific headings.
Chilled Tilapia Fillet Portions
Pre-cut portions of chilled tilapia fillets from species excluding Oreochromis, ideal for retail packaging. These portions are fresh or chilled, not minced, and derived from freshwater fish, fitting tariff item 0304.49.00 for other fish fillets.
Fresh Atlantic Ocean Perch Fillets
Skinless fillets from Atlantic ocean perch (Sebastes marinus), freshly caught and immediately chilled to preserve quality. These fillets are fresh or chilled, not minced, and fit for human consumption, meeting the classification criteria for tariff item 0304.49.00.
Fresh Boneless Tilapia Loins
Boneless loins cut from non-Oreochromis tilapia such as Sarotherodon galilaeus, supplied fresh for immediate processing. These loins are fresh or chilled fish meat, not minced, and fit for human consumption, falling under tariff item 0304.49.00 as other fish fillets or meat.