Frozen Pangasius Hypophthalmus Fillets
Frozen skinless fillets from Pangasius hypophthalmus, a freshwater catfish commonly known as basa or swai, sourced from Southeast Asian aquaculture farms. These fillets are individually quick frozen (IQF) for retail and foodservice use. Classified under HTS 0304.62.0030 as frozen fillets of Pangasius spp., a Siluriformes species.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fresh or chilled instead of frozen
Fresh/chilled catfish fillets move to 0304.61 as they are not preserved by freezing.
If river fish fillets not specifically listed in 0304.62
General frozen river fish fillets fall under 0305.51 if outside the enumerated species like Pangasius.
If cooked, smoked, or otherwise prepared
Prepared or preserved catfish fillets shift to Chapter 16 prepared fish headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure HACCP compliance for Siluriformes due to country-specific import alerts on pangasius
• Provide aquaculture certification and residue testing results to avoid detentions at U.S. ports
• Label accurately as 'catfish' if destined for retail to comply with FDA labeling rules and prevent misclassification
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