Frozen Carp Fillets from Japan
Frozen fillets from common carp (Cyprinus carpio), a freshwater fish native to Europe and Asia, often imported from Eastern Europe. Skinless and boneless, these are frozen whole for foodservice use. Fits HTS 0304.89.50.30 as other frozen freshwater fish fillets.
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
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'fillets' and weight net of glaze/ice to prevent undervaluation disputes
• Obtain FDA prior notice for seafood imports and ensure cold chain integrity with temperature logs
• Watch for misclassification as 'minced' if trim losses exceed tolerances; document filleting process