Chilled Skinless Tilapia Fillets from Canada
Skinless fillets of tilapia species like Tilapia zillii, chilled to preserve freshness without freezing. Classified under HTS 0304.49.0112 as fresh or chilled fillets of freshwater tilapia excluding Oreochromis spp.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Label products clearly with species name and 'chilled' status to match HTS description and avoid reclassification
• Provide certificates of origin from aquaculture farms confirming freshwater origin and non-Oreochromis species
• Watch for common pitfalls like partial freezing during transit, which could shift to frozen HTS codes