Fresh Chilled Atlantic Flounder

Whole fresh or chilled Atlantic flounder (Paralichthys dentatus) from the Pleuronectidae family, excluding fillets and offal. This flatfish is classified under HTS 0302.29.0110 as 'Flounder,' a specific type of other flatfish not elsewhere specified in fresh or chilled form.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0303.23.00.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen

Frozen flounder falls under Chapter 3 heading 0303 for frozen fish, not fresh/chilled.

0304.42.00.00Same rate: 35%

If processed into fillets

Fish fillets and other fish meat are specifically excluded and classified under heading 0304.

0302.71Lower: 10% vs 35%

If heads, fillets or offal

Edible offal of flatfish is classified separately under subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure compliance with HACCP seafood regulations for fresh fish

Provide accurate species identification via scientific name to prevent reclassification

Avoid common pitfalls like shipping chilled fish frozen, which shifts to HTS 0303