Fresh Yellow Pike Fillets from Japan
Boneless fillets of yellow pike (a variety of pike perch), maintained fresh or chilled for premium sushi markets. Falls under HTS 0304.59.00.06 specifically for pike perch including yellow pike, as freshwater fish meat not minced or frozen. Adheres to definitions by being unagglomerated and suitable for direct consumption.
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
• Use CITES documentation if sourced from regulated waters, though pike perch typically exempt
• Label with country of origin and harvest date to demonstrate freshness under 21 CFR seafood rules
• Avoid common pitfall of exceeding 48-hour chill limit post-harvest, risking frozen reclassification