IQF Frozen Basa Skin-On Fillets
Individually quick frozen (IQF) skin-on fillets of basa (Pangasius hypophthalmus), allowing portion separation without thawing. These fall under tariff item 0304.32.00 as frozen Pangasius spp. fish fillets, popular for restaurant supply.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fillets are frozen and from other species in the same group
Frozen fillets of tilapia, carp, eels, etc., are classified under 0304.62.
If the fillets are salted or dried
Preserved fish products fall under heading 03.05.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is individually quick frozen and not glazed with water or other substances that could affect weight and classification
• Provide species identification (Pangasius hypophthalmus) on import documents
• Check if the skin-on presentation affects the tariff classification, though it should not for this item
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