Chilled Chain Pickerel from Aquaculture from Japan
Farm-raised chain pickerel (Esox niger), fresh chilled and packed on ice for live market transport. Classified as freshwater pickerel under HTS 0302.89.50.10, distinct from marine fish or processed products.
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
• Include aquaculture certification and water quality reports to support 'fresh/chilled' claim and avoid quota issues
• Use insulated shipping with temperature monitors; CBP may inspect for spoilage signs leading to duty adjustments
• Differentiate from wild-caught via documentation to prevent blending with other freshwater species under wrong subs