Frozen Skin-On Catfish Fillets from Japan
Frozen catfish fillets with skin intact, typically from Pangasius or Ictalurus spp., valued for flavor retention in cooking. Sold in bulk to restaurants and wholesalers. Covered by HTS 0304.62.00 for all frozen catfish (Pangasius, Silurus, Clarias, Ictalurus) fillets.
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
• Distinguish skin-on vs skinless in invoices; may affect statistical reporting
• Ensure blast-freezing records to prove 'frozen' status per tariff definition
• Batch-test for heavy metals; catfish accumulate bio-contaminants