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Frozen Clarias Catfish Fillets

Frozen North African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) fillets, farmed globally. Under HTS 0304.69.00.00 as specified catfish spp. fillets. Affordable alternative to tilapia.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0306Lower: 10% vs 35%

If packaged for retail sale in small units

Consumer-ready frozen fillets under 3kg/unit classify as retail under 0306.

1605.40Lower: 10% vs 35%

If made into fish sticks or patties

Breaded or battered frozen fillets become prepared salmonid/non-salmonid in 1605.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Validate antibiotic-free certification for farmed Clarias per FDA import refusals

• Use block-frozen vs IQF if for bulk; IQF may qualify for different handling

• Document harvest-to-freeze chain to prove not previously frozen/thawed

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