Fresh Ictalurus punctatus Catfish Fillets from Japan
Fresh fillets from Ictalurus punctatus (channel catfish), skinned and boneless, sourced from U.S. aquaculture farms. These fillets are fresh or chilled, not frozen, and classified under HTS 0304.51.0110 specifically for Ictalurus spp. fish meat.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify species identification via scientific naming (Ictalurus spp.) with certificates of origin and lab testing to avoid misclassification
• Maintain cold chain documentation for fresh/chilled status; temperature logs prevent reclassification as frozen under 0304.61
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and Lacey Act declarations for traceability