Chilled Clarias Gariepinus Fillets from Japan
Chilled fillets from African catfish (Clarias gariepinus), skin-on, from farmed sources in Africa or Asia. HTS 0304.32.00 applies as chilled fillets of Clarias spp. catfish, valued for high protein and omega-3 content.
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
• Test for heavy metals common in wild-caught Clarias; provide lab analysis for customs
• Use insulated packaging to preserve chilled status below 4°C throughout transit
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial processing, which could shift to parts classification