Fresh Tilapia Fillets (Sarotherodon spp.) from China
Fresh, skin-on fillets from tilapia species such as Sarotherodon mossambicus, excluding Oreochromis varieties. These fillets are derived from freshwater tilapia, meeting the HTS 0304.49.0112 classification for fresh or chilled fillets of other freshwater fish, specifically non-Oreochromis tilapia.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify species identification with scientific documentation to confirm non-Oreochromis tilapia, as misclassification can lead to penalties
• Ensure proper cold chain maintenance with temperature logs to prove 'fresh or chilled' status upon import
• Obtain FDA prior notice and comply with seafood HACCP requirements to avoid holds at port