Fresh Chilled Basa Fillets from Japan
Whole fresh or chilled basa fish (Pangasius bocourti) from Southeast Asian aquaculture farms, excluding any filleted or processed meat as per heading 0304. Classified under HTS 0302.72.50.04 specifically for Pangasius spp. including basa and tra, in fresh or chilled state with offal intact.
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%
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES certification if required for Pangasius species; verify wild-caught vs farmed status
• Ensure proper temperature logs during transport to maintain 'fresh or chilled' status, avoiding frozen classification
• Include detailed species identification (Pangasius bocourti) on commercial invoice to prevent misclassification