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
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
• 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