Fresh Chilled Nile Perch Fillets

Large skinless fillets from Lates niloticus (Nile perch), chilled for export to Europe/US markets. Specifically named in HTS 0304.51.01 for fresh/chilled other fish meat of listed species.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0304.61.00.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen

Frozen Nile perch fillets go to 0304.61.60 for other frozen fish fillets.

0302.82.00Same rate: 35%

If fresh whole Nile perch

Whole fresh/chilled Nile perch classifies under 0302.82.00 for other freshwater fish.

0304.91Lower: 16% vs 35%

If salted for preservation

Lightly salted fillets for preservation (not just flavor) move to 0304.91.00.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Obtain EU-equivalency certification if transshipping through Europe before US entry

β€’ Provide catch certificates to verify wild-caught vs. aquaculture origin for traceability

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