Batter-Dipped Catfish Sticks from China

Southern-style catfish sticks dipped in cornmeal batter and breaded, frozen individually. Fits HTS 1604.20.50 for breaded fish sticks and equivalents. Known for regional U.S. cuisine adaptations.

Duty Rate — China → United States

42.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Declare farm-raised vs. wild-caught status; provide water quality certifications for catfish

Test for off-flavors common in catfish to meet FDA defect action levels

Confirm 'stick' shape vs. nuggets to stay within this subheading