Fresh Chilled Atlantic Flounder from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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