Fresh Chilled White Crappie from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Use ice slurry packing to maintain chill chain; document temperatures to satisfy CBP and FDA entry requirements
• Verify no antibiotic residues via lab testing, as freshwater farm-raised fish often face scrutiny
• Declare net weight excluding ice/glaze to avoid overvaluation penalties