Frozen Nile Perch Fillet Blocks from China
Large skinless frozen blocks (>4.5 kg) of Nile perch (Lates niloticus) fillets for industrial grinding and portioning. Classed under 'other' perch in HTS 0304.89.10.35 due to trade nomenclature including this species, specifically for mincing import.
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
• Note potential EU/US equivalency issues for Nile perch; provide antibiotic-free certifications
• Declare exact block composition to avoid blending with other fish triggering different rates
• Use refrigerated containers; monitor for condensation leading to quality downgrades