IQF Chilled Nile Perch Fillets from Germany
Individually quick frozen but thawed to chilled state Nile perch fillets. Classified as chilled fillets under HTS 0304.33.00.00 for Lates niloticus when not fully frozen at import. Ideal for portion-controlled retail packaging.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document thaw process if IQF to prove chilled status; frozen incurs different duties
• Test for heavy metals common in African lake fish per FDA import alerts
• Partner with certified forwarders experienced in perishable seafood logistics