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Frozen Blue Catfish Whole from Japan

Frozen whole blue catfish (Ictalurus furcatus), a large freshwater species used in US aquaculture and wild fisheries, preserved by freezing for food use. Classified under HTS 0303.24.00.10 specifically for frozen Ictalurus spp., excluding any filleted or offal products.

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

Include detailed packing lists specifying net weight, species, and catch/farm details to facilitate CBP examination

Obtain prior FDA import alerts check for Ictalurus spp. due to potential antibiotic residues in farmed imports

Label packages clearly with 'Frozen Whole Ictalurus spp.' to prevent confusion with processed forms