Frozen Yellowfin Tuna Fillets in Bulk

Frozen fillets from yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) packed in bulk containers exceeding 6.8 kg, intended for further processing or wholesale. This falls under HTS 0304.99.11.90 as frozen tuna fish meat in immediate containers over 6.8 kg, not minced, and of the specified genus.

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.

0303.42.00Same rate: 35%

If fresh or chilled instead of frozen

Fresh/chilled tuna fillets classify under heading 0303, excluding frozen products which move to 0304.

0304.99Same rate: 35%

If in immediate containers 6.8 kg or less

Retail-sized packs shift to statistical suffix for smaller containers under the same frozen tuna heading.

1604.14Lower: 16% vs 35%

If cooked, smoked, or otherwise simply prepared

Prepared or preserved tuna (e.g., cooked fillets) falls under Chapter 16 for processed fish products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species via scientific name (Thunnus albacares) with DNA testing certificates to confirm classification

Ensure containers weigh over 6.8 kg with contents; provide packing lists to avoid reclassification to retail packs

Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and prior notice requirements; common pitfall is inadequate temperature logs