Fresh Pangasius Hypophthalmus Fillets from Japan
Fresh, skin-on fillets from Pangasius hypophthalmus (swai or basa catfish), typically sourced from Southeast Asian aquaculture farms. These fillets are chilled but not frozen, meeting HTS 0304.32.00 as fresh or chilled catfish fillets from Pangasius spp. They are prized for their mild flavor and firm texture in Asian and Western cuisines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify species identification via scientific naming (Pangasius spp.) with certificates of origin to avoid misclassification
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and country-specific import alerts; maintain cold chain documentation for fresh/chilled status
• Avoid common pitfalls like exceeding 4°C temperature thresholds, which could reclassify as frozen under 0304.62