Fresh Chilled Channel Catfish (Ictalurus Punctatus) from Germany
U.S.-farmed channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus), imported fresh or chilled whole for ethnic markets or processing. HTS 0302.72.50 covers 'other' Ictalurus spp., ensuring it's not filleted per heading 0304 exclusion. Commonly sourced from hybrid strains.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Comply with special provisions for U.S. catfish imports; label origin accurately to avoid Section 232 or antidumping duties
• Use insulated containers with ice slurry for transit; maintain chain-of-custody records for CBP inspection