Scaled Whole Seabass with Head in 2lb Pack

Fresh chilled seabass (Dicentrarchus spp.) scaled but retaining head, viscera, and fins, vacuum-sealed in a 2lb (0.9kg) immediate container for retail sale. Classifies under 0302.84.11.00 due to minimal processing (only scaled) and small packaging size. Popular in Mediterranean cuisine.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+35.0%38%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0302.89.50Lower: 35% vs 38%

If not specifically seabass species

Other scaled fresh fish not named under 0302.84 go to the residual 'other fish' category.

1604.11.20Higher: 41% vs 38%

If cooked or preserved

Prepared or preserved seabass shifts to Chapter 16 for processed fish products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Maintain cold chain with temperature records below 4°C during transit; Label with country of origin and harvest date per USDA/NOAA rules; Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain aquaculture seabass