Frozen Yellow Perch Fillets
Skinless, boneless fillets from yellow perch (Perca flavescens), a freshwater fish native to North American lakes, frozen for preservation. Classified under HTS 0304.89.50.09 as frozen fillets of other freshwater perch, excluding skipjack or specific species listed elsewhere. These are typically sold in bulk for food service or retail.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from saltwater species like Pacific ocean perch
Saltwater perch fillets fall under a separate subheading for other frozen fish fillets excluding freshwater perch.
If skin-on or untrimmed fillets
Whole frozen fish meat or less processed forms may classify under other frozen fish meat headings.
If cooked, smoked, or otherwise prepared
Prepared or preserved perch fillets move to Chapter 16 for processed fish products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with scientific name (Perca flavescens) via documentation to confirm freshwater perch classification
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide certificates of origin to avoid misclassification
• Check for Section 232 or 301 tariffs if sourced from certain countries; common pitfall is incorrect mincing declaration
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