Fresh Ictalurus Punctatus Catfish Fillets

Fresh fillets from U.S. channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus), often farm-raised, with skin off and deboned. Falls under HTS 0304.32.00 as fresh catfish fillets from Ictalurus spp. Commonly used in Southern U.S. cuisine like fried catfish.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0302.71Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported as fresh whole fish

Whole fresh Ictalurus catfish are under 0302.71 for freshwater fish, not filleted.

0304.42.00Same rate: 35%

If from tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) instead

Tilapia fillets share the same fresh/chilled subheading 0304.31 but differ by species.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include veterinary health certificates confirming no antibiotics residues per FDA import refusals

β€’ Document exact species (Ictalurus spp.) to distinguish from Pangasius and avoid trade disputes

β€’ Ensure fillets are not minced; mincing would classify under 'other fish meat' subheadings

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IQF Frozen Pangasius Fillets Alternative Note

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