Fresh Chilled White Perch Fillets from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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