Frozen Atlantic Halibut
Frozen whole Atlantic halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus), a flatfish of the Pleuronectidae family, preserved by freezing without filleting or further processing. This product is classified under tariff item 0303.39.00 as 'other' frozen flatfish, excluding edible offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product includes edible offal such as livers or roes
Edible offal of flatfish is classified separately under subheading 0303.91.
If the halibut is further processed into fillets
Fillets of flatfish are classified under heading 0304, not 0303.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is frozen whole and not filleted, as fillets fall under heading 0304
• Verify the species (Hippoglossus hippoglossus) is correctly declared to avoid misclassification
• Consult the CBSA's D-Memo for fish import documentation
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