Frozen Yellow Perch Fillet Blocks from Japan

Frozen skinless fillets of yellow perch (Perca flavescens), packed in blocks each exceeding 4.5 kg, imported specifically for further processing into minced or uniformly cut pieces. Classified under HTS 0304.89.10.35 as frozen skinned perch fillets in large blocks destined for mincing or grinding. Meets chapter notes excluding human-ready pellets or flours.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify block weights exceed 4.5 kg per unit and include processing intent declaration to avoid reclassification as retail fillets

Provide documentation proving import for mincing/ground use, such as buyer contracts, to comply with specific subheading requirements

Ensure FDA prior notice and comply with seafood HACCP; watch for section 609 if any shrimp contamination risks in processing