Fresh Chilean Sea Bass Fillets
Skinless fillets from Dissostichus eleginoides, commonly known as Patagonian toothfish or Chilean sea bass, harvested from Southern Ocean waters. These fresh or chilled fish fillets are specifically classified under tariff item 0304.55.00 for toothfish species.
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
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is labeled with the scientific name Dissostichus eleginoides to avoid misclassification
• Maintain proper refrigeration records to prove 'fresh' status
• Check for any import restrictions under CITES for toothfish
Related Products under Tariff item 0304.55.00
Chilled Patagonian Toothfish Fillets
High-quality, boneless fillets of Patagonian toothfish (Dissostichus eleginoides), chilled to preserve freshness for gourmet markets. These fillets are classified under tariff item 0304.55.00 as fresh or chilled fillets of toothfish, meeting the specific species requirement.
Fresh Boned Chilean Sea Bass Loins
Center-cut loins from Dissostichus eleginoides, boned and trimmed while fresh for chef-preferred cuts. These loins are considered 'other fish meat' or fillets of toothfish, classified under tariff item 0304.55.00 as fresh or chilled products.
Fresh Skin-On Toothfish Fillets
Premium skin-on fillets from Antarctic toothfish (Dissostichus mawsoni), maintained fresh for export to specialty seafood distributors. These fillets fall under tariff item 0304.55.00 as fresh or chilled fillets of Dissostichus species, including D. mawsoni.
IQF Chilled Dissostichus Fillet Portions
Individually quick frozen then thawed chilled portions of Dissostichus eleginoides fillets for retail sale. These portions qualify as 'chilled' under tariff item 0304.55.00 if not fully frozen at entry, per the fresh or chilled hierarchy, and are classified as toothfish fillets.