Chilled Skin-On Tilapia Loins from Canada
Premium loins cut from Oreochromis aureus (Blue tilapia), chilled on ice, retaining skin for flavor retention in grilling. These are center-cut sections of tilapia meat, trimmed of belly flaps. HTS 0304.51.0125 applies to such fresh/chilled tilapia other fish meat.
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 with species (Oreochromis spp.) and harvest date; FDA requires country-of-origin for aquaculture products
• Use insulated packaging with gel packs to maintain chill chain; CBP may reject if internal temp exceeds 4°C
• Test for heavy metals like mercury; tilapia from certain regions may need additional residue monitoring