Vacuum-Packed Frozen Nile Perch Fillets from China
Vacuum-sealed frozen fillets of Nile perch for extended shelf life in retail. This packaging does not alter classification under HTS 0304.63.00.00, specific to frozen Lates niloticus fillets excluding minced or pellet forms. Popular in ethnic grocery stores.
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
• Include vacuum packaging specs in commercial invoice to justify value and avoid undervaluation claims
• Comply with FSMA foreign supplier verification for all Chapter 3 products from high-risk origins