Chilled Whole Pacific Halibut Steaks Pre-Cut from Canada
Fresh or chilled whole Pacific halibut presented in steak portions but not fully filleted, from Hippoglossus stenolepis. Remains under HTS 0302.21.0020 as Pacific halibut whole fish, as long as bone structure is intact and it's not heading 0304 meat. Popular for wholesale seafood distributors.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure pre-cut steaks retain backbone to stay in 0302; full removal classifies as 0304 fillets
• Accompany with health certificates from exporting country confirming no antibiotics or contaminants
• Monitor plate ice usage in shipping to maintain chill without freezing, per US customs rulings