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%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
• 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