Gilled and Scaled Tilapia in 3kg Foam Tray from Japan
Fresh tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) that is scaled and gilled (viscera partially removed), packed in insulated foam trays of 3kg for supermarket retail. HTS 0302.71.11.00 applies as it's not otherwise processed beyond scaling/removal, in small containers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with HACCP plans for seafood importers; test for antibiotics common in tilapia farming
• Document exact processing (scaled/gilled only) with photos or affidavits