Fresh Boneless Tilapia Loins from Japan
Premium loins from Oreochromis aureus, center-cut boneless fillets, fresh and chilled for high-end sushi markets. Precisely trimmed to remove all bones and skin for superior quality. Classified as fresh tilapia fillets under HTS 0304.31.00.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for antibiotics/veterinary residues per FDA import refusals; attach lab certificates
• Specify 'loin' cuts clearly on commercial invoice to match HTS description; avoid bulk packing pitfalls
• Register facility with FDA seafood HACCP; common issue is temperature excursions during ocean freight