Fresh Skin-On Tilapia Loins (Blue Tilapia) from China
Skin-on loins cut from blue tilapia (Oreochromis aureus hybrids excluded), fresh packed in oxygen-permeable film. Under HTS 0304.59.00.30 for other freshwater tilapia fillets/meat, fresh or chilled. Ideal for grilling or raw sashimi prep.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use calibrated thermometers for chill logs under 4°C to confirm status
• Include CITES docs if endangered tilapia subspecies involved
• Avoid bulk packing that could imply frozen intent