0303.24.00.20 - Pangasius spp. including basa and tra

This HTS classification, 0303.24.00.20, specifically covers frozen catfish of the Pangasius genus. This includes widely recognized species such as basa and tra, which are commonly farmed and exported. The classification pertains to the whole, gutted, or gilled frozen fish, excluding fillets and other fish meat that would fall under heading 0304.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While both 0303.24.00.10 and 0303.24.00.50 fall under the broader "Catfish" classification, 0303.24.00.20 is exclusively for Pangasius spp. Its sibling, 0303.24.00.10, is reserved for Ictalurus spp. catfish, and 0303.24.00.50 serves as a residual category for other types of catfish not specifically enumerated.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories for this specific item. Therefore, the classification hinges on the accurate identification of the fish as Pangasius spp. and its frozen state, ensuring it is not a product already classified under heading 0304 or specific subheadings for edible fish offal. The focus for customs professionals is therefore on confirming the species and the form of the product presented for import or export.