Frozen Tilapia Whole from Japan
Whole frozen tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus), a freshwater fish, imported without filleting or processing into meat of heading 0304. Classified under HTS 0303.89.0043 as other frozen freshwater fish, excluding edible offal. Not suitable for direct human consumption as flour, meal, or pellets per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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 via scientific name on documentation to confirm freshwater classification and avoid misclassification as marine fish
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide certificates of origin, as shrimp-related notes may indirectly affect supply chains