Fresh Chilled White Perch Fillets from Canada
Delicate fillets from white perch (Morone americana), an Atlantic coastal freshwater fish, chilled for East Coast markets. HTS 0304.59.00.09 applies to other freshwater perch variants, not minced and fit for direct consumption.
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
• Include fishing permits and sustainability certifications, as white perch may face quotas in source regions
• Document glazing percentage if any (must be minimal for 'fresh/chilled' status)
• Avoid reclassifying as 'bait fish'; commercial fillets require food-grade handling proofs