Fresh Chilled Channel Catfish Whole from Mexico
Whole fresh or chilled channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus), ungutted and unprocessed except for cleaning, sourced from US aquaculture farms. Classified under HTS 0302.72.50.01 as fresh/chilled Ictalurus spp. catfish, excluding fillets or offal of heading 0304 or 0302.91-0302.99.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Maintain cold chain with temperature logs below 4°C to prove 'fresh/chilled' status and avoid reclassification as frozen (0303)
• Provide aquaculture certification and species ID via DNA testing to confirm Ictalurus spp. and comply with US FDA seafood HACCP
• Avoid common pitfalls like improper labeling; declare exact species and weight accurately to prevent penalties