Skinned Frozen Atlantic Perch Blocks for Mincing from Germany
Large frozen blocks (>4.5 kg) of skinned Atlantic ocean perch fillets, divided into pieces and destined for industrial mincing or uniform cutting. Classified under HTS 0304.89.10.25 for its frozen fillet form, perch species, block packaging, and processing purpose per statistical notes. Excludes retail-ready or pelletized products per chapter definitions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain prior FDA import alerts clearance for frozen fish blocks to prevent detention
• Label shipments clearly as 'for further processing - not for direct consumption' to match subheading intent
• Watch for block integrity during transit; thawed or damaged blocks may shift to general frozen fillet codes