Fresh Chilled European Plaice from Japan
European plaice (Pleuronectes platessa) from Pleuronectidae is a common North Atlantic flatfish with orange spots and mild flavor. Whole fresh/chilled form places it in HTS 0302.29.0190 as unspecified flatfish.
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
• Comply with EU-US seafood trade agreements for origin verification to secure preferential duties
• Ensure no plastic packaging that could imply retail set, avoiding potential 0302 vs parts confusion
• Test for histamine levels in flatfish; high levels may require re-export per FDA