Fresh Chilled Channel Catfish Fillets from Japan
Boneless fillets from US-farmed channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus), harvested fresh and chilled immediately. Falls under HTS 0304.32.0090 as 'other' chilled catfish fillets (Ictalurus spp.). Popular in Southern US cuisine.
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
• Include farm-to-port temperature records to substantiate 'fresh/chilled' claim
• Verify Ictalurus spp. via DNA testing if disputed at entry
• Watch for AD/CVD duties on certain US catfish imports from specific countries