Frozen Pangasius Fillet Blocks from Japan
Large frozen blocks of Pangasius fillets, typically 10-20 kg for institutional buyers, composed of basa or tra without skin or bones. Classified precisely under HTS 0304.62.0020 for frozen Pangasius spp. fillets, distinct from minced meat. Used for further portioning in processing plants.
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
• Provide detailed packing lists showing block weights and fillet integrity to CBP, preventing errors with minced categories
• Ensure cold chain integrity with temperature logs (-18°C or below) to meet FDA frozen fish standards
• Declare country of aquaculture origin accurately, as antidumping duties may apply to certain Pangasius from Vietnam