Frozen Ocean Perch Fillets in Bulk

Frozen fillets of ocean perch (Sebastes spp.), packed in bulk containers exceeding 6.8 kg, suitable for further processing or wholesale. This product falls under HTS 0304.99.11.70 as frozen fish fillets, other than specified species, in immediate containers over 6.8 kg, specifically ocean perch. It is not minced and meets the criteria for heading 0304 excluding human consumption pellets.

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.

0303.83.00Same rate: 35%

If whole or in simple dressed form, not filleted

Whole frozen ocean perch falls under heading 0303 for frozen fish excluding fillets, changing from processed fillets in 0304.

0304.61.00Same rate: 35%

If rockfish other than Pacific ocean perch

Specific rockfish species like Pacific ocean perch have dedicated subheadings under 0304.61, differentiating from general ocean perch.

0304.99Same rate: 35%

If immediate containers weigh 6.8 kg or less

Packaging in retail-sized containers under 6.8 kg shifts to the statistical suffix for smaller packs, altering the duty rate.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species identification with scientific names (e.g

Sebastes marinus) via documentation to confirm ocean perch classification

Ensure containers weigh over 6.8 kg with contents for bulk tariff eligibility

Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts for contaminants