Chilled Swai Catfish Fillets from Japan
Skinless, boneless fillets from Pangasius hypophthalmus, commonly known as swai, packed on ice for short-term transport. Classified under HTS 0304.32.00 due to being chilled catfish from Pangasius spp., without mincing or freezing. Ideal for quick-thaw preparation in restaurants.
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
• Provide detailed lot traceability and aquaculture certification to meet U.S. import standards for farmed catfish
• Label precisely as 'chilled' with temperature logs; improper handling risks downgrade to frozen category
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on Vietnamese Pangasius; check Commerce Department scopes