0303.31.00.20/Frozen Head-On Pacific Halibut/Japan

Frozen Head-On Pacific Halibut from Japan

Frozen Pacific halibut with heads intact, often gutted at sea for freshness preservation. Classified under HTS 0303.31.00.20 as it remains whole frozen flatfish of the specific species Hippoglossus stenolepis. Ideal for ethnic markets preferring traditional presentation.

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%

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Import Tips

• Provide fishing vessel logs and catch certificates to comply with seafood traceability regulations

• Label with scientific name and country of origin to prevent substitution fraud

• Avoid vacuum-packing that could imply further processing, risking reclassification