Fresh Chilled Black Crappie from Japan
Black crappie (Pomoxis nigromaculatus) from North American freshwater systems is chilled whole for retail and restaurant use. HTS 0302.89.50.25 covers this as other freshwater perch, emphasizing its percoid family traits. It's a delicacy in Southern U.S. fried fish preparations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Secure APHIS permits if from regions with viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) risks in freshwater fish
• Include lot traceability from harvest to import for recall readiness