Crumbed Catfish Fillets from Japan
U.S. farm-raised catfish fillets crumbed with cornmeal coating, southern-style frozen product. Under HTS 1604.19.51.00 as breaded other fish fillets. Meets 'similarly prepared' for regional coatings.
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
• Catfish requires species verification via FDA lab testing to prevent pangasius substitution
• Document coating adhesion tests if challenged on 'prepared' status
• Avoid bulk packing; consumer units help prove retail intent