Fresh Chilled European Perch
European perch (Perca fluviatilis), also known as redfin perch, is a popular freshwater species from Eurasian rivers and lakes, supplied whole and chilled. Classified under HTS 0302.89.50.25 as other freshwater perch, fresh or chilled, not fitting specific named categories. It is valued for its mild flavor in European cuisine.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If saltwater or brackish origin
Non-freshwater perch would classify under other fresh/chilled fish in 0302.99.
If pre-cooked or prepared
Prepared or preserved perch moves to Chapter 16 for processed fish.
If processed into pellets fit for human consumption
Pellets from perch suitable for human food fall under heading 0309 per chapter notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly with scientific name (Perca fluviatilis) to confirm HTS classification and prevent disputes over species identity
• Comply with HACCP plans for chilled seafood transport; test for pathogens like Listeria common in freshwater fish
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'gutted' without noting if roe is retained, as that may affect edibility status
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Fresh Chilled Yellow Perch
Yellow perch (Perca flavescens) is a freshwater fish commonly found in North American lakes and rivers, harvested and chilled for market. It falls under HTS 0302.89.50.25 as fresh or chilled freshwater perch, excluding fillets and offal, not otherwise specified. This classification applies to whole, ungutted or simply cleaned fish fit for human consumption.
Fresh Chilled White Crappie
White crappie (Pomoxis annularis) is a freshwater panfish from U.S. rivers and reservoirs, often marketed whole and chilled for sport fishing enthusiasts. It is classified in HTS 0302.89.50.25 as other freshwater perch-like fish, fresh or chilled. The 'perch' subheading covers similar percoid species in trade practice.
Fresh Chilled Walleye Perch
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Fresh Chilled Black Crappie
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