Breaded Tilapia Sticks

Uniform stick-shaped breaded tilapia portions, IQF frozen raw, no oil or cooking applied. HTS 1604.19.41.00 covers these 'other' fish breaded products neither cooked nor in oil. Popular farm-raised option for budget-friendly meals.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China10%+35.0%45%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico10%+10.0%20%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada10%+10.0%20%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany10%+10.0%20%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0302.71Lower: 10% vs 45%

If fresh uncoated tilapia fillets

Fresh tilapia is classified under live/fresh flatfish-like headings in Chapter 3.

1604.16Lower: 10% vs 45%

If patties from specific flatfish

Flatfish species like flounder have dedicated prepared subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Source from FDA-approved tilapia farms (e.g

• Vietnam); include aquaculture certs

• Label 'product of' accurately; tilapia blends may require fiber-like content breakdown

• Monitor for antibiotic residues - common CBP rejection reason for Asian tilapia

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