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Frozen Minced Tilapia Fillets from Japan

Minced frozen tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) meat in industrial bulk containers exceeding 6.8 kg, for pet food or bait. HTS 0304.99.11.09 for other frozen minced fish in such packaging. Distinct from chapter-excluded pellets.

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%

Import Tips

Certify farm-raised status for tilapia to leverage potential trade programs or lower scrutiny

Prevent condensation in shipping to maintain 'frozen' status; refreezing voids simple frozen classification

Label as 'minced fish meat, not for human consumption' if destined for non-food use to ease entry