Frozen Black Grouper Fillets from China
Whole frozen black grouper (Mycteroperca bonaci) caught in Atlantic waters, excluding fillets and meat of heading 0304. This falls under HTS 0303.89.00.70 as frozen grouper, a specific other fish not classified as fillets or offal. It is typically sold whole for further processing or retail.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES permits if applicable for protected grouper species and verify sustainability certifications like MSC
• Provide accurate species identification documentation to avoid misclassification as general frozen fish
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and ensure proper cold chain to prevent spoilage during import