Frozen Swai Fish Fillets from Japan
Frozen boneless swai fillets from Pangasius hypophthalmus, a popular U.S. import known for its mild flavor and white flesh. Typically skin-on or skinless, vacuum-packed for wholesale. Falls under HTS 0304.62.0090 as 'other' frozen catfish fillets (Pangasius spp.).
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
• Use commercial invoices specifying Pangasius hypophthalmus to distinguish from channel catfish (Ictalurus spp.), which may have different statistical suffixes
• Check for country-specific restrictions; Vietnam-origin swai often requires additional residue testing for veterinary drugs
• Label as 'frozen fish fillets' per FDA; mislabeling as steaks can trigger reclassification and penalties