Fresh Chilled Amur Pike Fillets from Japan
High-quality fillets from invasive Amur pike (Esox lucius baikalensis), chilled fresh for specialty foodservice. Classed in HTS 0304.49.01.03 for pike freshwater fillets, fresh/chilled, not covered by headings 0305-0308 per chapter exclusions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare invasive species status upfront to expedite USDA/APHIS reviews if applicable
• Monitor histamine levels with on-site testing kits; pike's high protein risks scombroid poisoning
• Separate from other fish in containers to prevent cross-contamination claims at inspection