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Fresh Chilled Grouper Fillets

Gag grouper skinless fillets, fresh chilled for high-end seafood markets. HTS 0304.59.00.91 as other fresh or chilled fish fillets.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin Country	MFN Rate	Ch.99 Surcharges	Total Effective Rate
🇨🇳China	Free	+37.5%	37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico	Free	+10.0%	10%
🇨🇦Canada	Free	+10.0%	10%
🇩🇪Germany	Free	+10.0%	10%
🇯🇵Japan	Free	+12.5%	12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

0304.89.10Same rate: 37.5%

If frozen grouper

Frozen fillets of other fish species.

0302.89.50Same rate: 37.5%

If whole fresh grouper

Whole fish under Chapter 3 fresh headings.

1902.20.00Higher: 43.9% vs 37.5%

If made into pasta shapes (unlikely but processed)

Heavily processed fish products may shift chapters.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Comply with reef fish import permits if applicable

• Document sustainable sourcing for MSC certification

• Prevent histamine formation with rapid chilling post-catch

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