Frozen Pacific Halibut Whole Fish from Japan
Whole frozen Pacific halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis) caught in the North Pacific, typically weighing 10-50 lbs per fish. This product is classified under HTS 0303.31.00.20 as frozen flatfish, specifically Pacific halibut, excluding fillets or offal. It is sold ungutted or head-on for further processing by wholesalers.
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
• Obtain CITES documentation if applicable for overfished species and verify MSC certification for sustainability claims
• Ensure proper cold chain documentation showing temperature below -18°C to avoid reclassification as fresh
• Declare exact species scientifically; mislabeling as Atlantic halibut can lead to penalties