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Fresh Chilled Catfish Fillets

U.S. channel catfish fillets, fresh chilled from farm-raised stock. Classified in HTS 0304.59.00.91 for other fresh/chilled fillets.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin Country	MFN Rate	Ch.99 Surcharges	Total Effective Rate
🇨🇳China	Free	+37.5%	37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico	Free	+10.0%	10%
🇨🇦Canada	Free	+10.0%	10%
🇩🇪Germany	Free	+10.0%	10%
🇯🇵Japan	Free	+12.5%	12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

0304.69.00.00Same rate: 37.5%

If frozen

Frozen catfish to frozen other fillets.

1604.19Lower: 18.5% vs 37.5%

If breaded or battered

Prepared catfish products to Chapter 16.

0304.52.00Same rate: 37.5%

If from trout (similar but different species)

Trout fillets have specific subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Catfish labeling laws require U.S. farm verification if substituted

• Ensure no pangasius mislabeling as catfish

• Maintain cold chain with calibrated thermometers

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