Frozen Pangasius Catfish Fillets
Frozen, skinless basa or swai fillets from Pangasius spp., a popular Vietnamese export. Classified in HTS 0304.69.00.00 as 'other' frozen fillets of specified catfish species. Ideal for frying or grilling in retail packs.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried, salted, or smoked
Dried or salted fish fillets shift to heading 0305, excluding fresh/chilled/frozen forms.
If imported fresh or chilled instead of frozen
Fresh/chilled fillets of these species classify under 0304 subheadings but parallel live/fresh provisions in 0302.
If processed into fish meal or pellets
Agglomerated fish pellets for feed (not human consumption) fall under Chapter 07 per chapter notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain CITES or aquaculture certification if required for Pangasius to avoid antidumping duties from Vietnam
• Label with country-of-origin and species (Pangasius hypophthalmus) per FDA rules to prevent reclassification
• Monitor for contaminants; provide lab test results for heavy metals common in farmed catfish
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