Frozen Nile Perch Whole
Frozen whole Nile perch (Lates niloticus), a large freshwater fish from African lakes, excluding any fillets or meat. Classified in HTS 0303.29.0150 under the 'other' listed species for frozen fish. Imported primarily for filleting in the US or direct sale.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If after filleting or mincing
Processed Nile perch meat goes to general frozen fish meat subheadings in 0304.
If fresh or chilled equivalent
Non-frozen versions remain in heading 0302 with similar species hierarchy.
If turned into flours, meals, or pellets
Chapter notes exclude human-fit flours/pellets from 0303-0308, directing to 0309.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Source from approved exporters to avoid histamine issues in scombroid-like fish
• Use ISF filing with accurate HTS for advance CBP review
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