Frozen Chain Pickerel Fillet Blocks for Mincing

Frozen blocks exceeding 4.5 kg of skinned chain pickerel (Esox niger) fillets, whether whole fillets or pieced, imported to be ground or cut into consistent portions for further manufacturing. This matches HTS 0304.89.10.15 for pickerel-specific frozen processing blocks.

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.

0304.59.00Same rate: 35%

If treated with smoke flavor or additives

Flavored or chemically treated frozen fillets shift to other fish meat categories.

0302.85Lower: 10% vs 35%

If heads-off but not fully filleted

Frozen fish with heads removed but including bones classify under heading 0302 as headed fish.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include species-specific DNA test results if challenged, as pickerel identification affects quota applicability

Monitor for section 609 shrimp provisions if harvest area overlaps with shrimp fisheries

Opt for vacuum-sealed blocks to minimize thaw risk and maintain tariff eligibility during inspection