Fresh Nile Perch Fillets from Japan
Skinless and boneless fillets from Nile perch (Lates niloticus), fresh or chilled, sourced from Lake Victoria fisheries. Classified under HTS 0304.51.0120 as fresh or chilled Nile perch fillets, distinct from frozen products in 0304.62 or whole fish in 0302. Ideal for high-end restaurants requiring premium, unfrozen fish meat.
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
• Verify species identification with scientific name (Lates niloticus) via CITES documentation if applicable; Nile perch is not currently listed but confirm
• Maintain cold chain with temperature logs below 4°C to qualify as 'fresh or chilled' and avoid reclassification to frozen
• Include FDA prior notice and shellfish/shrimp program compliance, as statistical notes reference section 609 even for finfish