Frozen Nile Perch Whole Fish from Japan
Whole frozen Nile perch (Lates niloticus) caught from Lake Victoria, presented ungutted with head, tail, and fins intact. This product falls under HTS 0303.29.0110 as frozen Nile perch, excluding fillets or other fish meat of heading 0304 and not in pellet form. It is a specific species listed in the subheading for frozen tilapias, catfish, carp, eels, Nile perch, and snakeheads.
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Import Tips
• Verify species identification with scientific name Lates niloticus via documentation to confirm HTS 0303.29.0110 classification
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts; provide catch certificates to avoid Section 609 issues if shrimp-related contaminants are a concern
• Declare net weight excluding ice glaze and maintain cold chain documentation to prevent rejections at customs