Fresh Chilled Sander (Sander lucioperca) from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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