Brined Catfish Fillets from Japan
U.S. farm-raised channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus) fillets in brine, not dried or smoked. Classified in HTS 0305.39.61.80 for other such preserved fillets. Used in Southern U.S. fried fish preparations.
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
• Include farm origin and water quality certs for U.S.-style catfish imports
• Differentiate from shrimp products per statistical note on section 609 compliance
• Ensure brine-only preservation to stay out of smoked or cooked categories