0302.72.50.01/Chilled Ictalurus Catfish for Sushi/Japan

Chilled Ictalurus Catfish for Sushi from Japan

Premium sushi-grade chilled whole channel catfish (Ictalurus spp.) processed minimally for raw consumption. Classed in HTS 0302.72.50.01 as fresh/chilled excluding fillets.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• FDA requires parasite destruction proof (freezing history) even for chilled raw-use fish

• Superchill to -1°C for extended shelf life without freezing classification

• Include end-use statement for foodservice to aid valuation