Frozen Gila Trout Fillets

Frozen boneless fillets of Gila trout (Oncorhynchus gilae), a threatened species sourced sustainably. Classified in HTS 0304.82.5000 as 'other' frozen trout fillets from the HTS-listed Oncorhynchus species, without mincing or cooking.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0308.90.01.00Same rate: 35%

If in airtight containers as retail packs

Frozen fish in consumer-ready airtight packaging may shift to 0308 for miscellaneous aquatic products.

0304.83.50Same rate: 35%

If fillets of Pacific salmon instead of trout

Salmon fillets have dedicated subheading 0304.83; trout specificity drives 0304.82 classification.

1604.19.41Higher: 45% vs 35%

If lightly smoked or flavored post-freezing

Any smoking or preservation moves to prepared/preserved fish in Chapter 16.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include sustainability certifications (e.g

ASC) to facilitate customs clearance and marketing

Avoid over-glazing; excess ice weight can lead to under-valuation claims

Coordinate with CBP for fish species rulings if origin is unusual

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