Fresh Pangasius Catfish Fillets
Boneless fillets from Pangasius spp. catfish, chilled for immediate processing or sale. Falls under HTS 0304.51.01 as chilled fillets of specified catfish species. Not applicable to minced meat or frozen forms.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen
Frozen Pangasius fillets move to 0304.61.02 based on preservation method.
If sold as whole fish
Whole Pangasius catfish, fresh or chilled, are classified under 0303.52.00 for catfish species.
If cooked or prepared
Any precooked or value-added catfish fillets shift to prepared/preserved fish in Chapter 16.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide DNA testing or supplier certification confirming Pangasius spp. to avoid disputes on species classification
• Label clearly as 'fresh/chilled catfish fillets' with harvest date to demonstrate non-frozen status
• Watch for common pitfall of partial freezing during transit, which could trigger reclassification to frozen HTS
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