Frozen Block Ocean Perch Fillets

Frozen in large blocks for further processing into portions, these ocean perch fillets are skinless and boneless. They are precisely classified under HTS 0304.89.50.40 for other frozen ocean perch fillets. Commonly imported for U.S. fish stick production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0304.87.00.00Same rate: 35%

If from tilefish or similar

Certain deep-sea fish like tilefish have distinct subheadings from perch.

0710.80Lower: 24.9% vs 35%

If dried, not frozen

Dried fish meat falls under Chapter 7 for vegetables/legumes, but fish specifically to 03; however dried fillets shift out of 0304.

0305.39.40Higher: 40% vs 35%

If sold as a set with sauce or coating

Fillets in prepared sets move to heading 0305 for other processed fish.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide block dimensions and weight per invoice; blocks over certain sizes may need special handling declarations

Test for histamine levels pre-shipment, as high levels in scombroid-like fish can cause FDA detention

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Frozen Rosefish Fillets

Frozen fillets from rosefish (Sebastes marinus), also known as ocean perch, are skinless, boneless cuts suitable for retail or foodservice. They fall under HTS 0304.89.50.40 as frozen fillets of other fish specifically classified as other ocean perch. These fillets are wild-caught from the North Atlantic and typically sold in vacuum-sealed packs.

Frozen Ocean Perch Skin-On Fillets

Skin-on frozen fillets of ocean perch, harvested from cold North Atlantic waters, retain the skin for added flavor during cooking. Classified under HTS 0304.89.50.40 as frozen fillets of other ocean perch, these are typically portioned for commercial use. They meet the definition of fish fillets whether or not minced, fresh, chilled, or frozen.

Norwegian Frozen Ocean Perch Fillets

Premium frozen fillets from Norwegian ocean perch fisheries, known for firm texture and mild flavor. HTS 0304.89.50.40 applies to these frozen other fish fillets as other ocean perch. Packaged in bulk for wholesale distribution.

Skinless Boneless Frozen Ocean Perch Portions

Uniformly cut skinless, boneless portions from ocean perch fillets, frozen for convenience. HTS 0304.89.50.40 designates these as frozen other ocean perch fillets/meat. Popular in ready-to-cook seafood mixes.

Bulk Frozen Ocean Perch Fillet Blocks

Large bulk blocks of frozen ocean perch fillets for industrial portioning. Falls under HTS 0304.89.50.40 for other frozen ocean perch. Used in fish processing plants.

Portion-Cut Frozen Ocean Perch Fillets

Pre-cut uniform portions from ocean perch fillets, flash-frozen. HTS 0304.89.50.40 for frozen other fish fillets as ocean perch.