Fresh Chilled Monkfish for Sushi from China
Premium sushi-grade fresh chilled whole monkfish (Lophius spp.), super-chilled to -1°C for extended shelf life. Remains under HTS 0302.89.50.67 as fresh/chilled whole fish, prior to filleting.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• File FDA Prior Notice 2-8 hours before arrival for perishable seafood
• Use insulated containers with temperature loggers to prove 'fresh chilled' status
• Avoid antibiotics in source fish; test for residues to pass import inspection