Frozen Clarias Gariepinus Catfish Fillets from China

Frozen fillets from African catfish (Clarias gariepinus), a hardy Siluriformes species farmed in Nigeria and Southeast Asia for export. These firm-textured fillets suit grilling and frying applications. Classified in HTS 0304.62.0030 as other Siluriformes excluding Pangasius/Ictalurus specifics.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Source from FDA-approved foreign processors listed for Clarias species

Include lot traceability docs for potential recalls or audits

Avoid generic 'catfish' labeling; specify Clarias gariepinus for accurate classification