U.S. exports of Fresh or Chilled Yellow Perch Fillets and Other Meat (HS 0304590002) totaled $186K in August 2026, exported to 13 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataYellow perch (Perca flavescens) is a prized freshwater species in Great Lakes and Midwest US markets, and this 10-digit line covers both fillets and other meat forms — an unusual dual-form scope at the 10-digit level that reflects the species' commercial importance. Product entering under this line is subject to FDA admissibility review and prior notice requirements. Because yellow perch is also commercially harvested domestically, imported product competes directly with US-caught fish, and buyers often specify size grades and seasonal harvest windows in purchase contracts. Cold-chain documentation is standard given the short shelf life of fresh perch.
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The US tariff schedule carved out a dedicated line for yellow perch that encompasses all meat forms — fillets and non-fillet cuts — reflecting the species' commercial significance in the US market. This means importers do not need to split a yellow perch shipment between a fillet line and a non-fillet line; all yellow perch fresh or chilled meat is consolidated here at the 10-digit level.
Trade buyers typically specify perch by fillet weight ranges (e.g., 1–2 oz, 2–3 oz) or whole fish size grades. Seasonal availability affects supply, as yellow perch harvests in key source fisheries peak in certain months. Importers should confirm that grade specifications and harvest dates are documented on packing lists, as these details support both customs entry and buyer acceptance.
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Statistical number 0304590002 · $186K of $186K
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Exports
Exports
$186KYoY · free account
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · August 2026
destination
Canada and Turks and Caicos Islands together take 90% of it.
customs district
None recorded for this period.
origin
Census publishes state breakdowns to the 6-digit level only. See HS 030459 for those.
entry
Census publishes port breakdowns to the 6-digit level only. See HS 030459 for those.
rate provision · imports
None recorded for this period.