IQF Frozen Basa Fillet Portions from Japan
Individually quick frozen (IQF) basa fillet portions, cut to uniform 4-6 oz sizes for retail packaging. These fall under HTS 0304.62.0020 as frozen fillets of Pangasius spp., with no mincing or binders added, aligning with chapter definitions excluding pellets. Ideal for supermarket frozen aisles.
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
• Specify IQF processing on bills of lading to confirm no agglomeration into pellets, maintaining 0304 classification per chapter notes
• Comply with USDA/APHIS if any live feed risks, but primarily FDA prior notice for frozen fish entries
• Test for histamine levels in frozen fillets to avoid FDA detention, common pitfall for basa imports