Frozen Nile Perch Fillets from Germany
Large, boneless frozen fillets from Nile perch (Lates niloticus), a freshwater species from African lakes like Victoria. HTS 0304.89.50.09 covers these as other frozen freshwater perch fillets. Popular in European markets for whitefish substitutes.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Comply with CITES if applicable for African-sourced perch; include export permits from origin country
• Test for antibiotics common in aquaculture perch; non-compliance triggers FDA refusals
• Specify 'perch' in commercial invoices to align with HTS description and avoid reclassification