Frozen Headed and Gutted Tilapia from Japan
Frozen tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) that has been headed and eviscerated but retains the body structure intact, excluding fillets. Classified under HTS 0303.23.00.00 for frozen tilapia not further processed into meat of heading 0304. Popular for Asian markets and aquaculture imports.
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
• Include detailed commercial invoice specifying processing state (headed/gutted) and species; comply with USDA APHIS for aquaculture products
• Test for antibiotics/residues common in tilapia imports; use refrigerated containers to maintain -18°C or below