Chilled Whole Nile Perch
Ungutted whole Nile perch fish, fresh or chilled on ice, typically 2-5 kg each from Ugandan or Tanzanian waters. Falls under HTS 0302.79.5025 as other Nile perch (Lates niloticus), not fillets or offal. Commonly used for grilling or steaming in East African cuisine.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If livers or roes are separated
Edible fish offal like livers from Nile perch moves to subheadings 0302.91-0302.99.
If dried, even partially
Dried Nile perch (stockfish style) is classified under Lates niloticus in heading 0305.
If precooked or canned
Prepared or preserved Nile perch products fall under Chapter 16 for fish preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use insulated containers with ice packs; include bills of lading showing 'fresh/chilled' status to avoid frozen duties
• Declare exact species and weight per fish; common pitfall is gutting, which may classify as 'edible offal' under 0302.91
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP plans, testing for contaminants common in lake-sourced perch
Related Products under HTS 0302.79.50.25
Fresh Nile Perch Fillets
Whole fresh Nile perch (Lates niloticus) fillets, chilled but not frozen, sourced from Lake Victoria fisheries. Classified under HTS 0302.79.5025 as fresh or chilled Nile perch, excluding processed fillets of heading 0304. Ideal for immediate culinary use in restaurants or markets.
Fresh Nile Perch Steaks
Thick cross-section steaks cut from fresh Nile perch, chilled and skin-on, weighing about 200-300g each. Classified in HTS 0302.79.5025 because they are not headed/gutted fillets but simple cuts of whole chilled fish. Popular for pan-frying in export markets.
Iced Nile Perch (Hygana Style)
Semi-processed Nile perch packed in ice (hygana), gills and entrails removed but head intact, chilled fresh. HTS 0302.79.5025 applies as it's still classified as whole Nile perch (Lates niloticus), not offal or fillets. Traditional export prep from Kenyan fisheries.
Chilled Nile Perch Loins
Backbone-removed loins from fresh Nile perch, skin-on and chilled, maintaining whole-fish integrity. Under HTS 0302.79.5025 as other Nile perch forms, not qualifying as 'fillets' per HTS notes. Used in high-end sushi or grilling.
Lake Victoria Fresh Nile Perch
Premium whole fresh Nile perch caught from Lake Victoria, delivered chilled within hours. Precisely HTS 0302.79.5025 for Nile perch (Lates niloticus), excluding any fillets. Sought after for its mild flavor in international markets.
Head-On Gutted Nile Perch
Head-on, gutted (HOG) Nile perch, chilled fresh, a standard export form retaining whole fish classification. HTS 0302.79.5025 covers this as Nile perch other than fillets/offal. Reduces shipping weight while preserving freshness.