IQF-Style Fresh Chilled Tilapia Fillets from Japan
Individually quick-chilled tilapia fillets from Oreochromis hybrids, mimicking IQF but remaining fresh/chilled. Packed in trays with ice for wholesale foodservice. HTS 0304.31.00.00 applies to these Oreochromis spp. fillets.
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
• Differentiate from frozen with temp logs; CBP may inspect for true chill state
• Source from certified antibiotic-free farms; common pitfall is residue violations
• Include harvest date and processing timeline on packing lists