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U.S. imports of frozen nile perch (whole/dressed, excluding fillets, livers & roes) (HS 0303290110) totaled $5K in June 2026, traded with 2 countries.
Frozen Nile Perch (Whole/Dressed, Excluding Fillets, Livers & Roes) imports of $5K in June 2026 ran 230% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1K.
Last updated: June 2026 dataNile perch (Lates niloticus), a large freshwater predator native to East African lakes — particularly Lake Victoria — is a widely traded export protein for Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania, supplying both retail and foodservice markets globally. Frozen whole or dressed Nile perch under this line is distinct from the fillet form classified under heading 0304, which dominates commercial trade volumes. The fishery has faced sustainability scrutiny, and some buyers require Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) or equivalent certification to meet retailer sourcing standards. FDA prior notice and seafood HACCP compliance are required at US entry. Consult a licensed customs broker to confirm current admissibility and any applicable documentation requirements.
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Frozen whole or dressed Nile perch is classified under 0303290110, while fillets and other fish meat portions fall under heading 0304. The two forms may carry different duty rates and are subject to separate tariff lines, so the processing state of the product at the time of importation determines the correct classification.
US Customs does not mandate sustainability certification, but major retail and foodservice buyers increasingly require MSC certification or equivalent third-party verification for Nile perch given historical overfishing concerns in Lake Victoria. Importers should confirm buyer specifications before sourcing to avoid rejection at the distribution level.
Monthly import values over time
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U.S. trade for this product is not broken down by state or port in the latest Census Bureau release.
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