Fresh Carp Fillets from Japan
Fresh fillets from common carp (Cyprinus spp.), often from Eastern European or Asian fisheries, provided skin-on or skinless. HTS 0304.39.00.00 covers fresh or chilled fillets of carp species listed. These are valued for their mild flavor in ethnic cuisines.
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
• Confirm species via DNA testing if disputed, as carp varieties must match listed spp
• Maintain cold chain below 4°C with calibrated thermometers to qualify as chilled
• Document non-minced status to avoid shift to 'other fish meat' subheadings