0303.89.00.43/Frozen Catfish Whole/Japan

Frozen Catfish Whole from Japan

Whole frozen channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus), a North American freshwater species, preserved by freezing without heading or gutting removal beyond basic prep. Falls under HTS 0303.89.0043 for other frozen freshwater fish, distinct from fillets or offal.

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%

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Import Tips

• Provide detailed commercial invoice specifying 'whole frozen' to distinguish from fillets; misdescription leads to audits

• Comply with USFWS import permits if from aquaculture sources to prevent invasive species risks

• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics pellets; chapter notes exclude agglomerated products fit for human consumption