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