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U.S. imports of fresh or chilled nile perch fillets (HS 030433) totaled $44K in July 2026, traded with 2 countries.
Fresh or Chilled Nile Perch Fillets imports of $44K in July 2026 ran 39% above the year-to-date monthly average of $32K.
Last updated: July 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.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0304330000 | Nile Perch Fillets, Fresh/Chilled | $44K | 5.44% | 54.42% | $2K |
Imports · July 2026
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Uganda and Canada together supply 100% of it.
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rate provision · imports
45.6% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 5.44%.
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$44KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.