Chilled Blue Catfish (Ictalurus furcatus) Fillets

Chilled, skin-on fillets from Ictalurus furcatus (blue catfish), popular in Southern U.S. cuisine. Classified as fresh or chilled other fish meat of Ictalurus spp. under HTS 0304.51.0110, excluding minced forms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0304.91Lower: 16% vs 35%

If from other species like Pangasius spp.

Similar-looking swai/basa fillets from Pangasius classify under 0304.91, not Ictalurus-specific subheading.

1604.19.41.00Higher: 45% vs 35%

If Cooked Ictalurus fillets become prepared/preserved fish under Chapter 16.

0302.71Lower: 10% vs 35%

If sold as fresh whole gutted fish

Fresh/chilled Ictalurus spp. not filleted classify under 0302.71 for freshwater fish.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label with exact species (Ictalurus furcatus) and provide aquaculture certification to meet U.S. import standards

Use insulated packaging with ice packs; improper chilling risks duty reclassification to frozen

Check for anti-dumping duties on catfish from certain origins like Vietnam