Frozen Clarias Catfish Fillets from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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