Frozen Minced Catfish Meat
Frozen minced catfish meat from channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus), packed in 10 kg bulk pails for further processing. This product is classified under tariff item 0304.99.00 as 'other' frozen fish meat, not in fillet form, and is not agglomerated into pellets.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the catfish meat is in fillet form
Fillets of catfish are classified under a specific heading for catfish fillets, not as 'other' fish meat.
If the product is dried, salted, or in brine
Dried or salted fish products fall under heading 03.05, which covers preserved fish.
If the product is unfit for human consumption
Fish meal or pellets unfit for human consumption are classified in Chapter 23.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is declared as frozen minced fish meat, not fillets, to match the tariff description
• Verify that the packaging (10 kg pails) is clearly labelled for processing, not retail sale
• Keep records of the species (Ictalurus punctatus) for CBSA verification
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