Frozen European Perch Fillet Blocks for Processing

Skinless frozen fillets of European perch (Perca fluviatilis) formed into blocks over 4.5 kg, exclusively for grinding into fish mince in U.S. facilities. HTS 0304.89.10.35 applies to these 'other' perch preparations not fitting flours/meals of 0309 per chapter notes.

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.

0304.89.50Same rate: 35%

If fresh or chilled, not frozen

Fresh/chilled skinned perch fillets over 4.5 kg for processing use a different subheading outside frozen category.

0309Lower: 10% vs 35%

If processed into pellets fit for human consumption

Chapter notes exclude human-consumable pellets/flours from 0304-0308, directing to 0309.

0304.89Same rate: 35%

If blocks weigh 4.5 kg or less

Smaller blocks of skinned frozen perch fillets fall under general 'other' frozen fillets without the large block specifier.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit entry with end-use statement from importer affirming mincing intent to prevent duty escalation

Check for anti-dumping duties on certain perch sources; declare country of origin accurately

Maintain -18°C or colder throughout transit; temperature logs prevent rejection at port