Frozen Carp Fillets Bulk Frozen Blocks

Frozen blocks of silver carp (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix) fillets in 15 kg moisture-proof containers for processing into patties. HTS 0304.93.10.90 applies to frozen fillets of carp species in immediate bulk packs over 6.8 kg. Not fit for direct human consumption as pellets per chapter notes.

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.

0304.93Same rate: 35%

If for eel (Anguilla spp.) fillets instead

Chapter groups specific species together but statistical notes separate eels from others.

0309.10Lower: 16% vs 35%

If processed into flours, meals or pellets for human consumption

Chapter notes exclude such products from 0304-0308, directing to heading 0309.

0303.83.00.00Same rate: 35%

If whole frozen fish, not filleted

Whole frozen carp classify in 0303; filleting completes processing for 0304 heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Screen for Asian carp invasives; USDA APHIS may require permits despite HTS classification

Avoid mincing to prevent shift to 0304.94; maintain block-frozen state during transit

Document moisture content and glazing percentage; excessive ice glaze can trigger undervaluation claims

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