0303.24.00 - Catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.)

This HTS category, 0303.24.00, specifically classifies frozen catfish, encompassing a range of scientifically recognized genera. This includes, but is not limited to, species within the *Pangasius*, *Silurus*, *Clarias*, and *Ictalurus* genera. The primary defining characteristic for inclusion in this heading is the species of fish, identified by its scientific nomenclature, which distinguishes it from other fish types.

It is important to differentiate this classification from its siblings. For instance, while this category covers catfish, sibling categories exist for other fish types such as Tilapias (0303.23.00.00), Carp (0303.25.01.00), and Eels (0303.26.00.00), all of which are distinct species and thus classified separately. This heading is part of a broader group of frozen fish, excluding fillets and other fish meat classified under heading 0304, and also excludes edible fish offal.

The subcategories within 0303.24.00 provide further granularity based on specific genera of catfish. Subheadings like 0303.24.00.10 for *Ictalurus* species, and 0303.24.00.20 for *Pangasius* species (commonly known as basa and tra), allow for more precise classification. The residual subheading, 0303.24.00.50, is designated for other catfish species not specifically enumerated in the preceding subcategories, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all frozen catfish imports.