Fresh Chilled Catfish Fillets from Mexico
Boneless fillets from channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus), fresh or chilled for immediate consumption. Falls under HTS 0304.49.01 as other fresh/chilled fish fillets excluding tuna, herring, etc. Commonly imported for US aquaculture markets.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Include detailed commercial invoices specifying fillet preparation (skinless/boneless) and chill method (ice-packed)
• Comply with US aquaculture labeling rules if from farm-raised sources to prevent customs holds
• Test for antibiotics/residues as catfish imports often face enhanced FDA scrutiny