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Chilled Blue Catfish (Ictalurus furcatus) Fillets

Chilled, skin-on fillets from Ictalurus furcatus (blue catfish), popular in Southern cuisine. These are fresh or chilled fillets of a species listed in this tariff item, not minced or frozen.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree+25.0%25%
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0304.62.00Same rate: Free

If the blue catfish fillets are frozen

Frozen catfish fillets are classified under a different tariff item for frozen fish.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify the species as Ictalurus furcatus on the commercial invoice

• Keep the fillets chilled and ensure they are not frozen

• Provide documentation that the product is fit for human consumption

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