0302.72.50.01/Fresh Chilled Flathead Catfish/Japan

Fresh Chilled Flathead Catfish from Japan

Wild-caught fresh/chilled flathead catfish (Pylodictis olivaris, often assoc. Ictalurus group but confirm spp.) whole for markets. HTS 0302.72.50.01 for specified Ictalurus genus chilled fish.

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

• Use morphological or genetic verification for strict Ictalurus classification

• Ship in oxygenated water tanks if semi-live to maintain 'fresh' status

• Prepare for USDA/NOAA inspections on wild vs. farmed origin