Fresh Chilled Channel Catfish (Ictalurus Punctatus) from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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