Frozen Catfish Nuggets from Japan
Uniform chunks of catfish meat (Clarias spp.), frozen without mincing. Classified under HTS 0304.93.90.00 as 'other' frozen fish meat from specified catfish species, distinct from fillets or human-consumable pellets.
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
• Provide lab certificates confirming non-minced status to avoid 0304.82 misclassification
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP plans; test for antibiotics common in farmed catfish
• Label country of origin clearly, as antidumping duties may apply to certain catfish origins