Smoked Tilapia Fillets from China
Boneless fillets from Oreochromis spp. tilapia, smoked to preserve and flavor the fish. This product falls under HTS 0305.44.01.00 as smoked tilapia, a specified freshwater fish, whether cooked during smoking or not. It is distinct from fresh or frozen tilapia in other headings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify species identification with scientific names (Oreochromis spp.) via certificates to avoid misclassification
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP and labeling for smoked products; provide smoking process documentation
• Watch for Section 609 restrictions if any shrimp contamination; declare as smoked to differentiate from fresh