Frozen Whole Sauger from Canada

Frozen whole sauger (Sander canadensis), a freshwater fish native to North American rivers and lakes, imported without filleting or further processing. Classified under HTS 0303.89.00.34 as frozen other freshwater fish, specifically sauger, excluding fillets of heading 0304 and edible offal. Meets chapter definition for frozen fish not reduced to flour, meal, or pellets fit for human consumption.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify species identification with scientific name (Sander canadensis) via documentation to confirm sauger classification and avoid misclassification as other freshwater fish

Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide certificates of origin, as sauger is typically wild-caught from U.S. waters but may be re-exported

Avoid common pitfalls like improper temperature logs during transit, which can lead to spoilage claims or rejections at customs