U.S. imports of Fresh or Chilled Nile Perch Fillets (HS 030433) totaled $39K in August 2026, imported from 2 countries.
Fresh or Chilled Nile Perch Fillets imports of $39K in August 2026 ran 21% above the year-to-date monthly average of $33K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataNile perch (Lates niloticus), harvested primarily from Lake Victoria in East Africa, is a firm white-fleshed fish widely used in foodservice and retail markets. Uganda is the leading supplier of fresh and chilled Nile perch fillets to the US, with Canada appearing as a secondary source — likely reflecting re-export or processing activity rather than domestic harvest. All imported fish fillets are subject to FDA oversight for safety and labeling, and importers should ensure that country-of-origin labeling accurately reflects the harvest origin rather than the country of processing. Shelf life constraints make air freight the dominant mode for fresh product.
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Canada's appearance likely reflects transshipment or further processing: Nile perch harvested in East Africa may be processed or repackaged in Canada before export to the US. In such cases, country-of-origin labeling must reflect the harvest origin (e.g., Uganda/Lake Victoria) rather than the country of last processing, and importers should obtain documentation tracing the fish back to its source.
Many US buyers and retailers require Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification or equivalent third-party sustainability documentation for Lake Victoria Nile perch, given historical concerns about overfishing and ecosystem impact. While not a US customs requirement, these certifications are increasingly a commercial prerequisite and should be confirmed with suppliers before contracting.
Subheading 35 of 47 in heading 0304
Subheading 030433 · $39K of $658.8M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0304330000 | Nile Perch Fillets, Fresh/Chilled | $39K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Imports · August 2026
origin
Uganda and Canada together supply 100% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
100.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.00% of imports for consumption.
Imports
Imports
$39KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $382K of Fresh or Chilled Nile Perch Fillets.
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. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.