Frozen Swai Fish Whole
Frozen swai (market name for Pangasius hypophthalmus), whole dressed fish under 1kg each. Classified in HTS 0303.24.00.20 as frozen Pangasius excluding fillets, sourced mainly from Vietnam.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as skinless loin fillets
Swai fillets specifically provided for in 0304.62.4540.
If other catfish like Clarias
Pangasius separate from Clarias/Ictalurus in different subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Cross-check market names (swai/basa/tra) against scientific names in FDA docs
• File FDA Prior Notice with exact HTS and product code for seafood
• Monitor US antidumping duties on Vietnamese pangasius via Commerce scope rulings
Related Products under HTS 0303.24.00.20
Frozen Basa Fillets
Whole frozen basa fish (Pangasius bocourti) from Southeast Asia, presented without skinning or filleting, classified under HTS 0303.24.00.20 as frozen Pangasius spp. excluding fillets of heading 0304. These are typically imported in blocks for further processing into consumer-ready products.
Frozen Tra Whole Fish
Frozen tra fish (Pangasius hypophthalmus), a type of Pangasius spp., imported whole with heads and tails intact. Falls under HTS 0303.24.00.20 for frozen catfish excluding fillets, commonly used in Asian cuisine after thawing and cleaning.
IQF Frozen Basa Portions
Individually quick frozen (IQF) basa fish portions, cut from whole but retaining some skeletal attachment, classified as frozen Pangasius under 0303.24.00.20 since not true fillets of 0304. Popular for retail portion-controlled packs.
Frozen Pangasius Blocks
Glazed block-frozen whole Pangasius spp. (basa/tra mix), 10-20kg master cartons for institutional use. HTS 0303.24.00.20 applies to frozen whole fish excluding 0304 fillets, ideal for filleting plants.
Bulk Frozen Basa H&G
Headed and gutted (H&G) frozen basa fish, still considered whole for tariff purposes under HTS 0303.24.00.20. Minimal processing preserves classification excluding 0304 fish meat.
Frozen Pangasius for Sashimi
Premium frozen whole Pangasius spp. treated for sushi-grade use, blast-frozen at -40°C. HTS 0303.24.00.20 covers frozen excluding fillets, distinguished by parasite-destruction process.