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U.S. imports of frozen catfish fillets (HS 030462) totaled $22.1M in April 2026, traded with 3 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataImported frozen catfish fillets enter the US under USDA FSIS mandatory inspection, and the genus-level split in the US tariff schedule reflects a long-standing regulatory distinction: Ictalurus spp. (0304620010) are the North American channel catfish, while Pangasius spp. (0304620020) — widely marketed as swai or basa — are the dominant Southeast Asian aquaculture product. Vietnam is by far the leading supplier, with China a secondary source; both are subject to USDA Agricultural Marketing Service catfish inspection requirements layered on top of standard FSIS entry procedures. Importers should confirm that the correct genus-level code is declared, as misclassification between Pangasius and Clarias (0304620090) lines can trigger additional scrutiny.
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Ictalurus spp. (0304620010) covers North American channel catfish species, while Pangasius spp. (0304620020) covers the Southeast Asian aquaculture species commonly sold as swai or basa. Correct genus identification is essential at entry because USDA applies species-specific inspection and labeling rules to catfish, and misclassification can result in holds or redelivery.
USDA FSIS has primary jurisdiction over imported catfish as a mandatory inspection commodity; shipments must originate from FSIS-approved foreign establishments. USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service also administers a catfish inspection program that applies to imports. FDA does not have primary oversight for catfish, which distinguishes this product from most other imported seafood. Consult a licensed customs broker or FSIS for current admissibility requirements.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIETNAM | $21.7M | -- | -$21.7M |
| CHINA | $373K | -- | -$373K |
| GUATEMALA | -- | $81K | +$81K |
| CANADA | -- | $20K | +$20K |
| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA | -- | $19K | +$19K |
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