Frozen White Perch Skinless Block Fillets from Japan
Frozen blocks exceeding 4.5 kg containing skinless white perch (Morone americana) fillets, imported for cutting into uniform bait or food portions. Precisely matches HTS 0304.89.10.35 for processed-bound skinned perch, avoiding overlap with minced products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoice specifying 'skinned fillets in blocks for mincing' to aid CBP review
• Beware misdeclaration as 'filet of fish' without processing intent, leading to higher general duties
• Comply with Lacey Act by providing species declaration and harvest documentation