HS Code for Chilled catfish meat

Chilled catfish meat is classified under HS code 0304.51. This code is part of Chapter 3, which covers fish and aquatic invertebrates. Heading 0304 is specifically for fish fillets and other fish meat (whether or not minced), fresh, chilled, or frozen. Subheading 0304.51 is a specific category for the fresh or chilled meat of tilapias, catfish, carp, eels, Nile perch, and snakeheads. Unlike whole fish (heading 0302) or fillets (which have their own subheadings within 0304), this code is intended for fish meat that has been removed from the bones but is not presented as a discrete fillet. This often includes minced fish meat or small pieces of meat obtained during the filleting process, provided they are maintained in a fresh or chilled state and have not been frozen.

Products Included

• Fresh minced catfish meat
• Chilled catfish meat scraps from filleting
• Mechanically deboned catfish meat (fresh or chilled)
• Fresh catfish meat blocks (not frozen)
• Chilled catfish meat intended for sausage or cake production

Common Misclassification

Catfish meat is frequently misclassified under HS code 0304.32, which is specifically for catfish fillets. The distinction lies in the form: fillets are the longitudinal slices of fish, whereas 0304.51 is for \"other meat\" such as mince. Another common error is using 0304.93, which is for frozen meat of catfish and related species. If the catfish is presented whole or gutted (not as meat/mince), it would fall under 0302.72. Importers must also ensure they do not use 0304.59, which is a catch-all for other fresh or chilled fish meat not specifically named in the preceding subheadings.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Chilled catfish meat?

The HS code for fresh or chilled catfish meat (excluding fillets) is 0304.51.

What is the difference between 0304.32 and 0304.51?

HS code 0304.32 is for catfish fillets, while 0304.51 is for other catfish meat, such as minced meat or trimmings, in a fresh or chilled state.