Fresh Chilled Sanddab from Japan
Pacific sanddab (Citharichthys spp.) from Bothidae family are small flatfish popular in sustainable fisheries. Fresh or chilled whole, they fall under HTS 0302.29.0190 for other flatfish.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Source from MSC-certified fisheries for easier green lane processing at ports
• Avoid bulking with non-flatfish to prevent mixture reclassification under general headings
• Document gutted but unheaded status if applicable; heading allows basic prep