Fresh Clarias Catfish Fillets from Japan
Fresh fillets from Clarias spp. (African catfish), widely farmed in Africa and Asia, skin-off and portioned. Under HTS 0304.39.00.00 as chilled/fresh fillets of listed catfish. Versatile for smoking or fresh sales.
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 aquaculture certification to trace farm-raised vs wild origin
• Ensure no breading or seasoning to maintain fresh classification
• Monitor for tilapia-pangasius mix-ups in shipments