Fresh Chilled Nile Perch (Lates niloticus)
Whole Nile perch (Lates niloticus), fresh or chilled, not fillets or offal. Classified in HTS 0302.79.50 as 'other' specified species. Primarily sourced from African lakes for export.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| đ¨đłChina | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| đ˛đ˝Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| đ¨đŚCanada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| đŠđŞGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| đŻđľJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If snakehead misidentified
Only listed species stay in 0302.79; others go to 0302.99.
If in retail packaging under 2kg
Fish presented in immediate containers for retail sale shifts to heading 0307.
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Import Tips & Compliance
⢠Comply with Lake Victoria fishery sustainability certifications
⢠Ensure antibiotic residue testing reports for FDA clearance
⢠Avoid gutted presentation if it risks reclassification as processed
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