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

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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