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IQF Frozen Pacific Halibut Portions from Japan

Individually quick frozen (IQF) portions of Pacific halibut, cut from whole fish but not fully filleted. Falls under HTS 0303.31.00.20 as frozen whole or substantially whole Pacific halibut, a type of flatfish. Used in retail seafood displays.

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

Use blast freezing records to prove IQF status and prevent melting/refreezing issues at customs

Comply with HACCP plans for frozen seafood to avoid FDA holds

Weigh net drained weight accurately, excluding glaze ice which cannot exceed 15%

IQF Frozen Pacific Halibut Portions from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0303.31.00.20