Frozen Rosefish Fillets from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify species identification with scientific name (Sebastes spp.) via documentation to confirm ocean perch classification and avoid misclassification

Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide certificates of origin, as frozen fish fillets require prior notice via FDA's system

Watch for common pitfalls like improper labeling of net weight or country of catch, which can lead to FDA holds or CBP penalties