Salted Pangasius Catfish Fillets from Japan
Boneless fillets from Pangasius spp. catfish preserved in salt brine, not smoked. Classified under HTS 0305.31.01.00 for salted fillets of specified catfish species in this freshwater fish category.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label salt content and ensure salinity levels meet 'in brine' definitions to prevent misclassification as dried only
• Obtain supplier affidavits confirming no smoking process, as smoked fillets go to 0305.41+
• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain catfish imports and maintain traceability docs