Fresh Pangasius Catfish Fillets from Japan
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.
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 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