Fresh Chilled Tilapia Fillets

Skinless, boneless fillets from tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus), a freshwater fish, fresh chilled for immediate processing or retail. Classified under HTS 0304.49.0115 as fresh or chilled fillets of other freshwater fish, excluding specified species like trout or salmon. Meets chapter definition for fish fillets not minced.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0303Lower: 10% vs 35%

If whole or in simple dressed form (gutted, scaled)

Whole or merely dressed freshwater fish fillets fall under heading 0303 for fresh/chilled fish excluding fillets.

0304.61.00.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen instead of chilled

Frozen fillets of tilapia, a freshwater fish, classify under 0304.61 as frozen fillets of other fish.

1604.19.41.00Higher: 45% vs 35%

If cooked, smoked, or otherwise prepared

Prepared or preserved tilapia fillets move to Chapter 16 for cooked fish preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fish species via scientific name on invoices to confirm freshwater classification and avoid reclassification

Maintain cold chain documentation proving temperature below 4°C for fresh/chilled status; frozen fillets shift to 0304.61+

Comply with FDA HACCP and prior notice requirements for seafood to prevent holds at port