Fresh Chilled Sander (Sander lucioperca)

Sander, commonly known as pike perch, is a freshwater predatory fish prized for its firm white flesh and mild flavor. This product is fresh or chilled whole fish, excluding fillets or other meat of heading 0304, specifically classified under HTS 0302.89.50.13 as pike perch from freshwater sources.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0303.89.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen whole

Frozen pike perch shifts to Chapter 3 heading 0303 for frozen fish, excluding fillets.

0304.84.00.00Same rate: 35%

If processed into skinless fillets

Fish fillets, fresh or chilled, without skin fall under heading 0304, separate from whole fish.

0302.89Same rate: 35%

If other freshwater perch species like yellow perch

Statistical suffix distinguishes pike perch specifically from other perch varieties in the same freshwater category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fish species identification via scientific name (Sander lucioperca) and obtain certificates of origin to confirm freshwater sourcing

Maintain cold chain documentation showing temperature below 4°C to qualify as 'fresh or chilled' and avoid reclassification as frozen

Check for any country-specific restrictions on freshwater fish imports and ensure no filleting has occurred to stay within heading 0302